NUR 176 Exam Questions and Correct Solutions

NUR 176 Exam Questions and Correct Solutions Glucose regulation - Answer -The process of maintaining optimal blood glucose levels Glycogen - Answer -Major form of glucose storage found in the liver and muscle cells Glycogenolysis - Answer -breakdown of glycogen to glucose Glucogenesis - Answer -process of producing glucose from non-carb sources (proteins/fats) Euglycemia - Answer -normal level of sugar in the blood; 70-90mg/dL (fasting) 100-140mg/dL (2HRpostprandial) Hyperglycemia - Answer -elevated BG,above 100mg/dL;(severe)above 180mg/dL Hypoglycemia - Answer -low BG,below 70mg/dL;(severe)below 50mg/dL s/s hypoglycemia - Answer -reduced cognition,tremors,Diaphoresis,weakness,hunger,headache,irritability & seizure S/S of Hyperglycemia - Answer -polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia,fruity odor on breath,kussmaul breathing,weight loss/gain,fatigue & poor wound healing Lispro (Humalog) - Answer -Rapid-insulin. Onset:15-30mins. Peak:1-2hrs. Duration: 3-4hrs. (5-15ins before meal) Regular (Humulin R, Novolin R, ReliOn R) - Answer -Short-Insulin. Onse