2026/2027 Update) | Diabetes,
Insulins, Dysrhythmias,
Atherosclerosis & Embolism | Med-
Surg Nursing | Exam Questions &
Answers | Grade A+
Type 1 Diabetes risk factors
family history, genetics, geography, less than 30 years of age, issue with beta cells, post-viral infection,
usually not obese, abrupt onset.
Type 2 Diabetes risk factors
weight, family history, inactivity, peaks around age 50, insulin resistance, obesity, slow onset, possible
history of gestational diabetes
, Type 1 Diabetes signs and symptoms
Hyperglycemia
3 P's
Weight loss
symptoms are pronounced
Type 2 Diabetes signs and symptoms
hyperglycemia
3 P's
weight gain
symptoms are not always as obvious
Type 1 Diabetes therapeutic management
Insulin, diet, blood sugar monitoring, education of client
Type 2 Diabetes therapeutic management
Diet, exercise, possible medication, frequent blood sugar monitoring, education of client
diabetes patient education