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| With tight glycemic control, is there a reduction in microvascular complications or macrovascular complications? |
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- There is a reduction in microvascular complications, such as retinopathy, neuropathy, and nephropathy
- There is yet to be any evidence that suggests reduction in macrovascular complications and some data shows that tight glycemic control can make it worse
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| Microvascular complications include: |
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Definition
- retinopathy
- neuropathy
- nephropathy
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| In patients with Type 1 Diabetes, what dose of insulin should patients be initiated on? |
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Definition
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| What are some symptoms of hypoglycemia? |
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Definition
- racing heart rate
- cold sweats
- tremors
- hunger
- confusion
- slurred speach
- loss of fine muscle coordination
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Definition
- An inappropriate response to night time hypoglycemia
- Body produces cortisol and this causes blood glucose levels to rise, resuling in AM hyperglycemia
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| Signs of night time hypoglycemia |
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- Wet sheets or sleeping clothes (from sweating)
- Nightmares or restless sleep
- Waking with headaches or still feeling tired
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| How do you treat hypoglycemia? |
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Definition
10-20 g of glucose is recommended
2-4 pieces of hard candy, 1/2 can of non-diet soda, 3/4 cup of OJ
Glucagon should be prescribed to those with severe hypoglycemia or with decreased capacity to treat themselves |
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Term
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Definition
A synthetic amylin analogue
Slows gastric emptying, suppresses post-prandial glucagon secretion, and centrally mediates appetite suppression
Amylin is absent in patients with type 1 diabetes
Used as an adjunct to insulin therapy in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes
For patients that are on insulin and are gaining weight |
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