Level 2 - RNSG 1443 - Diabetes Complications
Questions With Complete Solutions
Ace inhibitors., lisinopril., & angiotensin 2 receptor antagonists.,
losartan., - Delay progression of neuropathy in patients with
diabetes., & treats hypertension Correct Answer Watch for
hyp-O-tension. Blood glucose must be tightly controlled in
patients with diabetic neuropathy.
angiopathy., - is damage to blood vessels. & is the leading cause
of diabetes-related deaths. Correct Answer Peripheral artery
disease (PAD)., - decreases blood flow and delays healing
Antiseizure., gabapentin (Neurontin)., pregabalin (Lyrica)., -
Decreases the release of neurotransmitters that transmit pain.,
they Relieve neuropathic pain. Correct Answer Can cause
dizziness, somnolence and peripheral edema.
Capsaicin (Zostrix)., - Depletes the accumulation of pain-
mediating chemicals in the peripheral sensory neurons., they
Relieve neuropathic pain. Correct Answer Apply cream 3-4
times a day. Symptoms will increase at the start of therapy.
Relief of pain is attained in 2-3 weeks.
Charcot foot., - is a condition causing weakening of the bones in
the foot that can occur in people who have significant nerve
damage (neuropathy). Correct Answer Acanthosis nigricans is
a skin condition characterized by areas of dark, velvety
discoloration in body folds and creases. The affected skin can
become thickened.
, Confusion, heart palpitations, shakiness, and anxiety are
symptoms of Hyp-O-glycemia. Correct Answer Consuming
high-sugar foods or drinks, such as orange juice or regular soda,
can treat Hyp-O-glycemia. Alternatively, medications can be
used to raise blood sugar levels.
continuous I.V. infusions containing regular insulin are used to
reduce the patient's blood glucose level. Correct Answer
regular insulin reduces blood glucose levels
D.K.A. may result in a coma secondary to., - dehydration.,
electrolyte imbalance., & acid-osis Correct Answer .
Diabetic Ketoacidosis., or D.K.A., - A serious diabetes
complication where the body produces excess blood acids
(ketones). Correct Answer D.K.A, occurs when there isn't
enough insulin in the body. It can be triggered by infection or
other illness.
Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can occur if
you have diabetes. High blood sugar (glucose) can injure nerves
throughout your body. Diabetic neuropathy most often damages
nerves in your legs and feet. Correct Answer Symptoms
include pain and numbness in the legs. In more severe cases,
symptoms include issues with digestion, the bladder, and
controlling heart rate.
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