Type 2 Diabetes CAT Flashcards
1
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Type 2 diabetes
A
- Inappropriate cellular response to insulin, which prevents adequate absorption of blood glucose
- Excess blood glucose leads to a persistent hyperglycemic state
2
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Risk factors for DM2
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- Family history
- 45+ y/o
- African, Asian, Hispanic, or American Indian descent
- Overweight, sedentary, prediabetic, or hx of gestational diabetes
3
Q
Common symptoms of DM2
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- Polydipsia
- Polyuria
- Blurred vision
- Delayed healing
- Frequent infections
4
Q
A1c for diabetes
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> 6.5%
5
Q
Fasting blood glucose for DM2
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125 mg/dL on 2 separate tests
6
Q
Additional complications w/ DM2
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- Leading cause of blindness in adults 20-74
- Leading cause of nontraumatic LE amputation and end-stage renal disease
7
Q
PT w/ DM2
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- General exercise
- Education on managing symptoms
