Diabetes

Question 1

Define ketoacidosis

Answer 1

consistent high blood sugars as there is a severe lack of insulin, resulting in the body not being able to use glucose. Other body tissues are broken down for energy, leaving a by product called ketones

Question 2

When does gestational diabetes diagnose

Answer 2

24-28 weeks

Question 3

How can a woman be tested for gestational diabetes?

Answer 3

fasting plasma glucose, plasma glucose and HBA1C.

Question 4

Name the risk factors associated with gestational diabetes

Answer 4

BMI over 30, ethnicty, previous baby over 4.5kg, previous GDM or previous unexplained stillbirth

Question 5

What results would demonstrate a positive GTT

Answer 5

fasting= over or equal to 5.6mmol/l

after eating= over or equal to 7.5mmol/l

Question 6

Describe how gestational diabetes is caused

Answer 6

The placenta produces hormones, which affect the ability f insulin to allow glucose into cells for use of energy, therefore glucose levels build up in the bloodstream, and cause hyperglycemia (high blood sugars).

Question 7

What are the risks of gestational diabetes on pregnancy and baby?

Answer 7

still birth, macrosomia, premature birth, c section, baby may suffer hypoglycaemia, jaundice