NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOLOGY
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Question
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Target HbA1c less than 48 mmol/mol
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Measure blood glucose at least 4 times per day
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Aim for a blood glucose range between 7-9 mmol/l upon waking
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Aim for a blood glucose level above 5 mmol/l when driving
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Detailed explanation-1: -Insulin is a peptide hormone secreted by the cells of the pancreatic islets of Langerhans and maintains normal blood glucose levels by facilitating cellular glucose uptake, regulating carbohydrate, lipid and protein metabolism and promoting cell division and growth through its mitogenic effects.
Detailed explanation-2: -The American Diabetes Association (ADA) generally recommends the following target blood sugar levels: Between 80 and 130 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or 4.4 to 7.2 millimoles per liter (mmol/L) before meals. Less than 180 mg/dL (10.0 mmol/L) two hours after meals.
Detailed explanation-3: -Insulin treatment is one component of a treatment plan for people with type 1 diabetes. Insulin treatment replaces or supplements the body’s own insulin with the goal of achieving normal or near-normal blood sugar levels and preventing or minimizing complications.