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What is a potential trigger for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What is a potential trigger for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
- High insulin levels
- Low physical activity
- Infection (correct)
- Consuming excessive sugar
Which type of diabetes does diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) most often occur in?
Which type of diabetes does diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) most often occur in?
- Type 1 diabetes (correct)
- Maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY)
- Gestational diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
What metabolic process occurs in the body during diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What metabolic process occurs in the body during diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
- Burning glucose producing alkaline ketone bodies
- Activation of insulin receptors
- Conversion of proteins to glucose
- Burning fatty acids producing acidic ketone bodies (correct)
How is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) typically diagnosed?
How is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) typically diagnosed?
What are some signs and symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What are some signs and symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Flashcards
What can trigger DKA?
What can trigger DKA?
An illness that can cause the body to produce excess ketones, leading to a dangerous buildup of acid in the blood.
DKA most often occurs in which type of diabetes?
DKA most often occurs in which type of diabetes?
A severe complication most common in type 1 diabetes where the body produces excess blood acids (ketones).
What metabolic process occurs during DKA?
What metabolic process occurs during DKA?
During DKA, the body breaks down fatty acids, which leads to the production of acidic ketone bodies.
How is DKA typically diagnosed?
How is DKA typically diagnosed?
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Signs and symptoms of DKA?
Signs and symptoms of DKA?
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Study Notes
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Infection or illness can be a potential trigger for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
Type of Diabetes
- Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) most often occurs in people with type 1 diabetes
Metabolic Process
- During diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), the body breaks down fat for energy instead of glucose, producing ketones, which are acidic compounds that can accumulate in the blood
Diagnosis
- Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is typically diagnosed with the following:
- Blood tests to measure ketone levels, blood glucose levels, and electrolyte levels
- Urine tests to measure ketone levels
- Physical examination to check for signs and symptoms
Signs and Symptoms
- Some signs and symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Confusion or disorientation
- Fruity breath odor
- Rapid breathing
- Increased thirst and urination
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