NURS 180 PHARM: QUIZ 2 REVIEW (100% accurate)

Difference between Type 1 and Type 2 DM correct answers Type 1: pancreas produces little or no insulin Type 2: pancreas makes insulin, but cells resist insulin's action What are the labs done to identify diabetes in a patient? correct answers Hemoglobin A1C (Big indicator for DM) Glucose Tolerant Test Fasting Glucose What are the different types of TYPE 1 DM insulins? correct answers Rapid Insulin Immediate Insulin Short & Long Acting Are there any insulins that you shouldn't mix? correct answers Yes, DO NOT mix long acting with ANYTHING Long Acting is always by itself Why is insulin given subQ? correct answers GI tract neutralizes so it doesn't really distribute it if given the oral route What is the reverse medication for "too much insulin"? correct answers Glucagon: IM route Blood glucose is low, what should you do first? correct answers Assess blood sugar, LOC, swallow & gag, hospital protocol Can Type 2 DM become a Type 1? correct answers Yes with modifiable factors --> Diet & Exercise 3 P's of diabetes correct answers Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia Sulfonylureas correct answers Helps secrete insulin Location: Pancreas Adverse effect: Too much insulin, glucose drops (Hypoglycemia) Nursing Considerations: NO ETOH MED TO KNOW: Glucotrol