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Insulin Therapy for Pediatric Diabetes

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What is the typical total daily insulin dose in children per kilogram of body weight?

0.7 units/kg (correct)

1.5 units/kg

1.0 units/kg

0.5 units/kg

Why is carbohydrate counting important for children with diabetes?

To ensure mealtime insulin doses are accurate (correct)

To help children lose weight

To identify foods that trigger allergic reactions

To monitor for signs of hypoglycemia

How often should caloric requirements be adapted for children with diabetes?

Every year

Every month

Every three months (correct)

Every six months

What is a key factor influencing the future of funding for pediatric insulin therapy?

The cost benefit of preventing complications Signup and view all the answers

Why is basal insulin injected separately from prandial bolus insulin?

To improve glucose control during meals Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate annual increase in the incidence of type 1 diabetes in individuals under 20 years old?

3% Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected percentage of children who will develop diabetes in their lifetime by 2050?

One in three Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary form of therapy for type 1 diabetes?

Insulin Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical total daily dose of insulin in preschool and school-age children?

0.5 to 0.8 units/kg Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to start with low doses of insulin and increase gradually?

To minimize the risk of severe hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of insulin sensitivity factor used for?

Preventive and sick day management Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach to individualizing insulin therapy for children?

Starting with bedtime insulin Signup and view all the answers

What is the current focus of most clinical research and funding?

Developing new forms of insulin and insulin delivery Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary challenge in determining the correct insulin dose for an individual child?

Difficult to determine the current level of metabolic derangement Signup and view all the answers

Why are large-scale clinical trials needed?

To determine the benefits of using alternative insulin dosing methods Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for excessive costs in determining the correct insulin dose?

The cost of tests to determine insulin dosing Signup and view all the answers