MED-SURG II EXAM 1 STUDY GUIDE: DIABETES & ENDOCRINE
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Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 - (answer)A chronic illness in which the pancreas
produces little to no insulin.
Function of Insulin - (answer)A hormone that the body utilizes to let sugar
(glucose) into cells to convert it into energy.
Cause of Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 - (answer)An auto-immune disorder.
Autoimmune Response in Type 1 Diabetes - (answer)It destroys the pancreatic beta
cells which produce insulin.
3 P's of Diabetic Symptoms - (answer)Polyphagia (excessive hunger), Polydipsia
(excessive thirst), Polyuria (excessive urination).
,Weight Change in Type 1 Diabetes - (answer)Weight loss is more common.
Infection Risk in Type 1 Diabetes - (answer)High sugar levels cause the immune
system to become weak.
Hemoglobin A1C - (answer)It is glycosylated hemoglobin which determines the
average blood sugar level for the previous 3 months.
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 - (answer)A disorder caused by a problem with how the
body controls and uses sugar as energy.
Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes - (answer)Type 1 does not make
insulin; Type 2 insulin is produced but the body cannot effectively use it.
Hyperglycemia - (answer)A symptom for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
,Insulin Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes - (answer)Type 2 may require insulin
therapy; oral therapy is recommended as well.
Fasting Blood Sugar Test - (answer)Performed after 8 hours of fasting with nothing
to eat except sips of water, followed by a blood sample.
Metformin - (answer)Works by reducing glucose production in the liver and
increasing insulin sensitivity.
Eye Conditions at Risk for Diabetics - (answer)Glaucoma and cataracts.
Primary Prevention of Diabetes - (answer)Includes healthy diet, regular physical
activity, weight loss, and routine screening.
Secondary Prevention of Diabetes - (answer)Includes screenings (A1C, FBG,
OGTT), education on modifiable risk factors, and monitoring for prediabetes.
, Tertiary Prevention of Diabetes - (answer)Includes blood glucose control, routine
eye, foot, and kidney exams, medication adherence, and vaccinations.
Clinical Manifestations of Type I & II - (answer)Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia,
Fatigue, Visual changes, Dry skin.
Unique Symptoms of Type I Diabetes - (answer)Sudden weight loss and possible
ketoacidosis.
Unique Symptoms of Type II Diabetes - (answer)Recurrent infections, slow wound
healing, vaginal yeast infections, and often asymptomatic for years.
Fasting Blood Glucose Normal Range - (answer)70-99 mg/dL.
Diabetes Diagnosis for Fasting Blood Glucose - (answer)≥126 mg/dL.
Random Blood Glucose Diabetes Diagnosis - (answer)≥200 mg/dL + symptoms.
DISORDERS |COMPLETE AND DETAILED QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS| REAL EXAM QNA | 2025 LATEST UPDATED 100% RATED
CORRECT | 100% VERFIED | ALREADY GRADED A+|GUARANTEED
TO PASS!!
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 - (answer)A chronic illness in which the pancreas
produces little to no insulin.
Function of Insulin - (answer)A hormone that the body utilizes to let sugar
(glucose) into cells to convert it into energy.
Cause of Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 - (answer)An auto-immune disorder.
Autoimmune Response in Type 1 Diabetes - (answer)It destroys the pancreatic beta
cells which produce insulin.
3 P's of Diabetic Symptoms - (answer)Polyphagia (excessive hunger), Polydipsia
(excessive thirst), Polyuria (excessive urination).
,Weight Change in Type 1 Diabetes - (answer)Weight loss is more common.
Infection Risk in Type 1 Diabetes - (answer)High sugar levels cause the immune
system to become weak.
Hemoglobin A1C - (answer)It is glycosylated hemoglobin which determines the
average blood sugar level for the previous 3 months.
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 - (answer)A disorder caused by a problem with how the
body controls and uses sugar as energy.
Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes - (answer)Type 1 does not make
insulin; Type 2 insulin is produced but the body cannot effectively use it.
Hyperglycemia - (answer)A symptom for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
,Insulin Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes - (answer)Type 2 may require insulin
therapy; oral therapy is recommended as well.
Fasting Blood Sugar Test - (answer)Performed after 8 hours of fasting with nothing
to eat except sips of water, followed by a blood sample.
Metformin - (answer)Works by reducing glucose production in the liver and
increasing insulin sensitivity.
Eye Conditions at Risk for Diabetics - (answer)Glaucoma and cataracts.
Primary Prevention of Diabetes - (answer)Includes healthy diet, regular physical
activity, weight loss, and routine screening.
Secondary Prevention of Diabetes - (answer)Includes screenings (A1C, FBG,
OGTT), education on modifiable risk factors, and monitoring for prediabetes.
, Tertiary Prevention of Diabetes - (answer)Includes blood glucose control, routine
eye, foot, and kidney exams, medication adherence, and vaccinations.
Clinical Manifestations of Type I & II - (answer)Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia,
Fatigue, Visual changes, Dry skin.
Unique Symptoms of Type I Diabetes - (answer)Sudden weight loss and possible
ketoacidosis.
Unique Symptoms of Type II Diabetes - (answer)Recurrent infections, slow wound
healing, vaginal yeast infections, and often asymptomatic for years.
Fasting Blood Glucose Normal Range - (answer)70-99 mg/dL.
Diabetes Diagnosis for Fasting Blood Glucose - (answer)≥126 mg/dL.
Random Blood Glucose Diabetes Diagnosis - (answer)≥200 mg/dL + symptoms.
