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11 Cards in this Set
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a disturbance in the metabolism of carbohydrate, lipids, and protein that can affect the circulation and all organ systems in the body
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diabetes mellitus
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unique population in that over 60% have diabetes mellitus
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Pima Indians
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age of highest prevalence of DM
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65-74 y/o
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criteria for impaired glucose tolerance
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FPG > 110 but < 126
AND 2 hour plasma glucose > 140 but < 200 |
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who should be screened routinely for DM?
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those with identified risk factors
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sensitive indicator for diabetic nephropathy
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urine microalbumin
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goals for treatment of Type II DM:
HGBA1C FPG Peak postprandial glucose |
HGBA1C: < 6.5
FPG: 90-130 peak postprandial glucose: < 180 |
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the key to the diet in treatment of diabetes
majority of foods should be those who are high in ____ |
"variety, moderation and consistency"
fiber or complex carbohydrates |
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big study on diabetes
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United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study (UKPDS)
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general findings of UKPDS
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intensive glucose lowering and tight blood pressure control substantially reduce the risk of deaths and complications due to diabetes
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gene found that may contribute to insulin resistance
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FABP2 gene
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