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Diabetic Emergencies
The following terms are related to EMT-I03 diabetic emergencies, assessment and management.
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Dominant hormone in the body when blood glucose levels are high
Insulin
Dominant hormone in the body when blood glucose levels are low
Glucagon
Compounds produced during catabolism of fatty acids
Ketones
Excessive urination
Polyria
Rapid and deep respirations associated with DKA (Kussmaul Respirations)
Kussmaul Respirations
Onset rapid
Related to hypoglycemia
Primary pre-hospital treatment for hyperglycemia in addition to oxygen
IV Fluids
Characterized as low or absent insulin production of insulin by the pancreas
Type I Diabetes Mellitus
Pre-hospital dose of glucagon injection
1 mg in 1 ml
Primary pre-hospital treatment for hypoglycemia in addition to oxygen
Glucose
Pre-hospital dose of D50
25 g in 50 ml
