Insulin Regimen for Type 1 Diabetes

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What is the primary advantage of the basal-bolus insulin regimen over fixed daily doses of insulin?

Improved glycemic control and lower risk of hypoglycemia (correct)

Reduced risk of microvascular complications

Simplified insulin regimen for type 1 diabetic patients

Increased flexibility in insulin dosing

What is the primary goal of intensive insulin regimens for type 1 diabetic patients?

To reduce the risk of high blood glucose levels

To simplify insulin regimens for type 1 diabetic patients

To achieve optimal diabetes control

To minimize the risk of future complications (correct)

What type of insulin is typically used to provide the background insulin requirement in the basal-bolus regimen?

Rapid-acting insulin analogues

NPH insulin

Mixed insulin regimens

Long-acting insulin analogues (correct)

What is the primary reason why some type 1 diabetic patients prefer fixed mixed insulin regimens?

Simplified insulin regimen Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of clinical trials on intensive insulin regimens in type 1 diabetic patients?

Reduced risk of microvascular complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of tailoring each patient's insulin regimen to meet their specific needs?

Optimal diabetes control Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for a patient's failure to achieve good control of their diabetes with insulin regimens?

Insufficient verification of insulin regimen and dosage Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of intensive diabetes management with basal/bolus insulin regimens or insulin pumps?

To approximate endogenous insulin secretion and provide near-normal blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the key factor in achieving improved glycemic control through insulin dose adjustment?

Patient self-efficacy in problem-solving and metabolic control Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using simple and advanced insulin dose calculations in type 1 diabetes?

They are safe and result in improved metabolic control Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the need for a more systematic approach in insulin therapy?

The patient has no clear idea of what to change to improve their blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the key element in achieving successful insulin dose adjustment?

Ongoing clinical support and frequent follow-up Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk of aiming for lower HbA1c levels?

Increased risk of hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of insulin dosing in type 1 diabetes?

To mimic endogenous insulin secretions Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that requires a change in the total dose of insulin?

High glycemic index diet Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using analogue insulins?

They mimic physiological insulin profiles Signup and view all the answers

Why do patients with type 1 diabetes often resort to eating certain foods?

To simplify blood glucose management Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of tracking blood glucose data during the night?

To identify the source of high or low blood glucose Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using flexible insulin regimens?

Increased flexibility in diet and lifestyle Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of basal insulin in insulin regimens?

To provide near-normal continuous basal insulin Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a logbook in insulin dose adjustment?

To prevent vague memories from deceiving the patient Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of achieving glycemic targets in patients with type 1 diabetes?

To achieve near-normal blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers