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Health Problems in School-Aged Children: Juvenile Diabetes

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What is the primary cause of alterations in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism in Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus?

Autoimmune factors
Viral infection
Insulin resistance
Deficiency in insulin production (correct)

At what age is the peak incidence of Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus?

20-25 years
15-20 years
5-10 years
10-15 years (correct)

What is the characteristic triad of signs and symptoms in Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus?

Headache, Dizziness, Confusion
Hunger, Thirst, Fatigue
Polyphagia, Polyuria, Polydipsia (correct)
Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain

What is the hallmark of management in Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus?

Insulin therapy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the common complication of Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus that develops after the adolescent period?

Degenerative changes (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why are oral hypoglycemic drugs contraindicated in Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus?

Pancreatic activity is still required (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of treatment for ketoacidosis?

To prevent ketoacidosis (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of nursing care during the acute phase of ketoacidosis?

Monitoring vital signs and glucose levels (D) Signup and view all the answers

At what age can children be taught to self-administer insulin injections?

7-9 years old (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of patient education for diabetes management?

Avoidance of concentrated sweets and carbohydrates (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for patients with diabetes to carry a diabetic ID card?

To provide emergency contact information (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of a well-balanced diet for diabetes management?

Controlled calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein (D) Signup and view all the answers

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