Nursing Pediatrics Exam (Diabetes) fully solved rated A+

Nursing Pediatrics Exam (Diabetes) What diabetic ketoacidosis? - correct answer -Cells are breaking down protein and fat causing ketones -Ketones are a form of acid and too many ketones (acid) leads to DKA What is Type 1 diabetes mellitus? - correct answer -Autoimmune -Body produces NO insulin resulting in increased blood sugar What are risk factors for Type 1? - correct answer -Genetics -Family history How is Type 1 diagnosed? - correct answer -A1C (average amount of blood glucose in your blood over three months) -Fasting glucose -Random blood sugar What are signs and symptoms of type 1? - correct answer -"3 P's" - Polyuria (lots of urination) Polydipsia (extreme thirst) Polyphagia (Extreme hunger/eating) -Blurry vision -Weight loss (body breaking down proteins and fats) What are the treatments for type 1? - correct answer There is no cure however you can treat and manage it by using insulin treatment What should a type 1 diabetic eat? - correct answer -Complex carbs, fiber rich foods, fish, lean meats, good fats, sugar free food -Avoid saturated and trans fat, cholesterol, and sodium, and sugar