UNFINISHED Management of Diabetes - Lifestyle / Healthy Living Flashcards
1
Q
Consumption of what is the main focus for maintaining glycaemic control?
A
- Carbohydrates
2
Q
What does glycaemic index of a food measure?
A
- Relative rise in [BG] two hours after eating that food
- Pure glucose arbitrarily given value of 100
3
Q
What does a high / low glycaemic index mean?
A
- High GI means blood glucose will rise significantly after eating the food
- Higher GI means more glucose in blood, and glucose gets into the blood faster
4
Q
What is a quick acting insulin dose used for?
A
Dose to cover total carbs in food
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Correction dose if [BG] is high
5
Q
Done up to slide 17 / 46
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Dominance.
