killing the next test!!! Flashcards
1
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Risk factors associated with the development of DM
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obesity, sedentary lifestyle, genetics
2
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Fasting Blood Glucose
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70-100 normal; 100-125 pre-diabetes; >126 diabetes
3
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HbA1C
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6.5% or higher = diabetes
4
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Labs used to Dx DM
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fasting blood glucose and HbA1C
5
Q
Type1 Diabetic
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must take supplemental insulin to survive. S/S: polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, possible wight loss
6
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Type2 Diabetic
A
insulin resistance in body tissues and beta cell fatigue, inappropriate glucose production of the liver, and altered glucose and fat metabolism.
S/S: fatigue, recurrent yeast infections, prolonged wound healing, and visual changes