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QMA INSULIN PRACTICE TEST 100% SOLVED endocrine system composed of glands that secrete different types of hormone that affect almost every cell, organ and function of your body. It is essential in regulating growth and development, metabolism, as well as reproductive processes and mood. The ...

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QMA INSULIN PRACTICE TEST 100% SOLVED
endocrine system
composed of glands that secrete different types of hormone that affect almost every cell, organ and
function of your body. It is essential in regulating growth and development, metabolism, as well as
reproductive processes and mood.


The pancreas is a gland in the _________ system?
Endocrine System


The pancreas secretes which two hormones?
Insulin , Glucagon


What is the purpose of Insulin?
To carry glucose from the blood stream into the cells for use of energy and fuel


Normal fasting or ac blood sugar range?
70-110


ketoacidosis
excessive production of ketones, making the blood acid


diabetes mellitus
insulin is not secreted adequately or tissues are resistant to its effects


Seven signs of Diabetes Mellitus
unusual thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, blurred vision, unusual weight lost, extreme
fatigue, irritability


what are the two most common diabetes mellitus
type 1 & type 2


What is type 1 diabetes?
insulin dependent, diagnosed in childhood or early adulthood


What is type 2 diabetes mellitus?
poor life style choices, excessive body fat, produces insulin but body doesnt use it effectively known
as insulin resistance


How does aging affect the body as related to diabetes and the pancreas?
Cells become more resistant to the effects of insulin, more difficulty metabolizing glucose, The cells in
the pancreas that produce insulin becomes less sensitive with age and don't produce insulin quickly
enough to respond to high blood sugar.


What are the three P's of hyperglycemia?

, polyuria - frequent urination, polydipsia- frequent thirst, polyphagia-frequent hunger


8 signs of hyperglycemia
unusual thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, unusual weight lost, blurred vision, fruity odor to
breath, fatique, irritability


what can occur if blood sugar remains to low
lead to seizures, coma, death


what are 10 signs of hypoglycemia
anxious, sweating,cold clammy, confused,fast heart rate,dizziness,nausea,weakness,headache,blurred
vision


By recognizing S/S of Hyper and Hypo Glycemia what can be the outcome for the patient or resident
can save persons life, failure to recognize patients S/S can result in death


what is the QMA resbonsible for when recognizing S/S of hypo/hyper glycemia
Know Signs/Symptoms, know facilitys policy, notify nurse, follow instructions from the nurse


what is the different onset of hyper/hypo glycemia?
Hyper- occurs when people with diabetes have to much sugar
Hypo- occurs when people with diabetes have little sugar


Cause result of hyperglycemia
cause: infection , medications, stress, high food intake
Results: check blood sugar , contact nurse


Cause result of Hypoglycemia
Cause: nausea and vomiting, to much insulin intake, alcohol intake , lowfood intake


QMA responsibility when a resident verbalizes S/S of hypo/Hyper glycemia?
1. emmedialty take res blood sugar, 2. notify nurse 3. follow nurse instructions


QMA responsibility when a resident is alert and awake when blood sugars are to high and low?
1. follow facility policy 2. notify nurse 3.follow nurse instruction


QMA's responsibility when the diabetic resident is unconscious and unable to swallow or combative.
1. call 911 , 2.notify nurse 3. take res B/S 4. stay with resident until help arrives


Points to remember diabetic resident facts
1. to be observed closely 2. proper action taken when changes occur 3. QMA must contact nurse with
any concerns and questions


Why is diet important to diabetic

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