Referring to the soccer player in the previous question, is blood glucose correction needed?  If so, explain what treatment should be used to correct blood glucose levels?

Extra Credit (1pt): What holiday does Mexico celebrate around the same time as Halloween?  

A patient with T1DM was prescribed two insulins.  One is designed to work within 15 minutes of taking and the other about 2 hours after taking.  What type of insulin is the patient taking?

What is an example of a modifiable risk factor that contributed to Pete’s condition?Pete, a 65-year-old male, comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. Pete reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. Pete also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI. Height: 5’9″ Weight: 190 lbs Waist circumference: 105 cm BP: 140/93 Cholesterol: 259 mg/dL LDL: 180 mg/dL HDL: 58 mg/dL TG: 234 mg/dL Diet routine: Breakfast: Egg and sausage muffin                  Coffee Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread             Potato chips             Soda Dinner: Chicken breast              Mashed potatoes              Iced tea              Cheesecake

A 15-year old soccer player finds his blood glucose to be 62 mg/dL when he checked during practice.  How would you categorize his current blood glucose levels?

A key characteristic that indicates the exacerbation CHF to cardiac cachexia is…

Sulfonylureas are designed to improve blood sugar levels by…

The development of gastroparesis is problematic in individuals with diabetes because…

________________________ is a commonly prescribed oral hyperglycemic agent that increases cellular insulin sensitivity.

Long-acting insulin can be used….