QMA INSULIN ADMINISTRATION QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
endocrine system
the pancreas is a gland in what body system?
insulin and glucagon
the pancreas secretes which two hormones?
What is the normal fasting or a.c. blood sugar range?
70-10
What is the purpose of Insulin?
to carry glucose from the bloodstream into the cells for use as energy and fuel.
What is ketoacidosis?
when the body starts breaking down fat too quickly. the liver processes the fat into fuel
called ketones, which cause the blood to become acidic
What is diabetes mellitus?
a disease of hormone production and regulation originating in the pancreas that inhibits
needed glucose that is used for energy
What is another term for DM?
hyperglycemia
What are the 7 signs of DM?
polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, blurred vision, unusual weight loss, extreme fatigue,
irritability
What are the 2 types of DM?
Type I and Type II( insulin resistant)
How do type 1 and type II differ?
type I is usually diagnosed in childhood, type II is usually diagnosed in adulthood
What are the 3 p's of hyperglycemia?
, polyuria- frequent urination to get excess sugar out of the body, polydipsia- frequent
thirst to make up for the fluid loss from polyuria, polyphagia- frequent hunger because
the body is trying to get that extra sugar for energy.
8 signs of hyperglycemia
polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, unusual weight loss, blurred vision, fruity odor breath,
extreme fatigue, irritability
What can occur if blood sugar levels remain to low?
The endocrine system will release adrenaline. if it stays low for to long it could lead to
seizures, coma, or death
What are 10 signs of hypoglycemia?
jittery-anxious-irritable, sweating chills, skin pale cold clammy, confusion, tachycardia,
dizziness, nausea, fatigue-weakness, blurred vision, headache
What is the difference in onset of hyper and hypo?
hyperglycemia is gradual
hypoglycemia is rapid
What are the causes/results of hyperglycemia?
cause is infection, medication, stress, high food intake.
result is high blood sugar, diabetic coma
What are the causes/ results of hypoglycemia?
cause is nausea and vomiting, too much insulin, alcohol intake, low food intake
result is low blood sugar, insulin reaction
What must be available of the QMA to follow?
the physician's orders
Why is the diabetic residents diet important in managing DM?
skipping or omitting meals can cause changes in blood sugar levels, for that reason
meal consumption is important
How does physical activity benefit the diabetic resident?
physical activity increases insulin sensitivity, improves glucose tolerance and promotes
weight control
What three ways do oral hypoglycemic medications help treat DM?
ANSWERS
endocrine system
the pancreas is a gland in what body system?
insulin and glucagon
the pancreas secretes which two hormones?
What is the normal fasting or a.c. blood sugar range?
70-10
What is the purpose of Insulin?
to carry glucose from the bloodstream into the cells for use as energy and fuel.
What is ketoacidosis?
when the body starts breaking down fat too quickly. the liver processes the fat into fuel
called ketones, which cause the blood to become acidic
What is diabetes mellitus?
a disease of hormone production and regulation originating in the pancreas that inhibits
needed glucose that is used for energy
What is another term for DM?
hyperglycemia
What are the 7 signs of DM?
polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, blurred vision, unusual weight loss, extreme fatigue,
irritability
What are the 2 types of DM?
Type I and Type II( insulin resistant)
How do type 1 and type II differ?
type I is usually diagnosed in childhood, type II is usually diagnosed in adulthood
What are the 3 p's of hyperglycemia?
, polyuria- frequent urination to get excess sugar out of the body, polydipsia- frequent
thirst to make up for the fluid loss from polyuria, polyphagia- frequent hunger because
the body is trying to get that extra sugar for energy.
8 signs of hyperglycemia
polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, unusual weight loss, blurred vision, fruity odor breath,
extreme fatigue, irritability
What can occur if blood sugar levels remain to low?
The endocrine system will release adrenaline. if it stays low for to long it could lead to
seizures, coma, or death
What are 10 signs of hypoglycemia?
jittery-anxious-irritable, sweating chills, skin pale cold clammy, confusion, tachycardia,
dizziness, nausea, fatigue-weakness, blurred vision, headache
What is the difference in onset of hyper and hypo?
hyperglycemia is gradual
hypoglycemia is rapid
What are the causes/results of hyperglycemia?
cause is infection, medication, stress, high food intake.
result is high blood sugar, diabetic coma
What are the causes/ results of hypoglycemia?
cause is nausea and vomiting, too much insulin, alcohol intake, low food intake
result is low blood sugar, insulin reaction
What must be available of the QMA to follow?
the physician's orders
Why is the diabetic residents diet important in managing DM?
skipping or omitting meals can cause changes in blood sugar levels, for that reason
meal consumption is important
How does physical activity benefit the diabetic resident?
physical activity increases insulin sensitivity, improves glucose tolerance and promotes
weight control
What three ways do oral hypoglycemic medications help treat DM?
