Exam 26: Diabetes Mellitus

Michael Fern is a 21-year-old college student majoring in electrical engineering. His past medical history is unremarkable. He comes back to his family doctor for the second time this month due to symptoms of lethargy, fatigue, weight loss, and frequent thirst and urination. The registered dietitian visits with Michael to instruct him on his diabetic diet. What is it important for Michael to know about consuming alcohol?

Ruth Ann Glebowski is an active 68 year old. She has a past medical history of gestational diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, and depression. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. She has an appointment with her physician for her annual check-up. Ruth Ann meets with a registered dietitian and is provided sample menus. A month later she returns for a follow-up: she has gained weight and her blood sugar is still high. Ruth Ann states that she is being compliant. What is the possible cause for the weight gain?

What is a sign or symptom of diabetic neuropathy?

Michael Fern is a 21-year-old college student majoring in electrical engineering. His past medical history is unremarkable. He comes back to his family doctor for the second time this month due to symptoms of lethargy, fatigue, weight loss, and frequent thirst and urination. Michael has been diagnosed with diabetic ketoacidosis. In addition to severely elevated blood glucose levels, what other symptom is associated with this condition?

Approximately ____ percent of women who do not have diabetes prior to pregnancy develop gestational diabetes.

A fasting blood glucose level above ____ mg/dL is classified as diabetes.

What is the standard treatment for hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome?

Which recommendation is not advised for pregnant women with diabetes?

Michael Fern is a 21-year-old college student majoring in electrical engineering. His past medical history is unremarkable. He comes back to his family doctor for the second time this month due to symptoms of lethargy, fatigue, weight loss, and frequent thirst and urination. Michael's ketoacidosis leads to a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes. Which medication will Michael need to take to treat his diabetes?

Normal fasting plasma glucose levels are approximately ____ mg/dL .

Glycosuria usually occurs when blood glucose exceeds ____ mg/dL.

Explain the relationship of body weight and type 2 diabetes.

Ruth Ann Glebowski is an active 68 year old. She has a past medical history of gestational diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, and depression. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. She has an appointment with her physician for her annual check-up. Ruth Ann's doctor can best evaluate long-term diabetic compliance by checking her ____.

Inflammation of endothelial tissue, obesity, and insulin resistance can all contribute to blood clots by promoting the increased production of procoagulant proteins such as ____. ​

What test may be used to determine glycemic control over the preceding 2 to 3 week period?

Discuss sick-day management for people with diabetes. ​

Describe the different types of neuropathy that may develop in patients with diabetes. ​

Mr. Jacobs has high blood lipids. The physician would instruct him to limit dietary intake of which substance from sweeteners but not from whole foods (i.e., fruits and vegetables)?