Medication Aide Insulin Module | Questions and Answers with complete solution | 2023 latest

The purpose of insulin in the body - 1. Insulin is produced in special cells in the pancreas called beta cells 2. Insulin allows glucose(the fuel of the body) to enter the cells. Type 1 Diabetes - 1. Needs insulin injections for life 2.The body makes no insulin 3. (IDDM) Insulindependent 4. A person can develop type 1 diabetes at any age however usually before the age of 40. 5. Represents about 5% of all cases. Type 2 Diabetes - 1. May or may not require insulin. 2. Typically develops after the age of 40 but can develop in the teen years. 3. In many clients the disease can be controlled with diet and exercise. 4. Represents 95% of all cases What are the 3 P's ? - 1. Polydipsia 2. Polyphagia 3. Polyuria Polydipsia - Increased thirst Polyphagia - Increased hunger Polyuria - Increased urination 4 steps needed to manage Diabetes - 1. Diet management 2. Exercise 3. Medication 4. Blood glucose monitoring. What is Byetta? - Is an inject-able medication used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. What is Exubera? - Is a human insulin powder for oral inhalation