Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

Why does pear drop breath not occur in HHS? _____

Serum _____ levels may be normal or elevated in DKA however, there is a total body deficit

Hint: Electrolyte

The main adverse effect of insulin therapy is _____

Target HbA1c in T1DM is ≤_____ (may vary patient to patient)

_____ is the most important electrolyte to consider in DKA. DKA causes an intracellular deficit of potassium

_____ is the first manifestation of T1DM in 25-50% of cases

_____ is a byproduct of insulin production, therefore in patients with T1DM it will be low/undetectable

During sick day rules for T1DM, patients should check blood glucose _____ including through the night

The mainstay of management for HHS is _____

Why does hyperventilation/Kussmaul breathing not occur in HHS? _____