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NCSBN –Lesson 8E:Genitourinary System Study Guide Due to an increase in sensitivity to insulin, rapid fetal growth and a reduction in eating associated with “morning sickness,” women with pre-existing diabetes have a higher risk of hypoglycemia and will need decreased amounts of insulin. In the second trimester, the placenta is fully developed and hormone levels being to rise steadily, which increases maternal insulin needs. In the third trimester, insulin is absorbed more slowly and is...

NCSBN –Lesson 8E:Genitourinary System Study Guide Due to an increase in sensitivity to insulin, rapid fetal growth and a reduction in eating associated with “morning sickness,” women with pre-existing diabetes have a higher risk of hypoglycemia and will need decreased amounts of insulin. In the second trimester, the placenta is fully developed and hormone levels being to rise steadily, which increases maternal insulin needs. In the third trimester, insulin is absorbed more slowly and is...