Author Question: Iron overload can be life threatening and occurs more often in men than women. Indicate whether the ... (Read 109 times)

APUS57 · **on:** Aug 19, 2018

Iron overload can be life threatening and occurs more often in men than women.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Explain sick-day management for a patient with diabetes.

Sweetkitty24130 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

True

Answer to Question 2

Sick-day management refers to the measures a diabetic person should take on days they are feeling sick. Illness, infection, or injury can cause hormonal changes that raise blood glucose levels and increase the risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis or the hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome. During illness, individuals with diabetes should measure blood glucose and ketone levels several times daily. They should continue to use antidiabetic drugs, including insulin, as prescribed; adjustments in dosages may be necessary if they alter their diet or have persistent hyperglycemia. If appetite is poor, patients should select easy to-manage foods and beverages that provide the prescribed amount of carbohydrate at each meal. To prevent dehydration, especially if vomiting or diarrhea is present, patients should make sure they consume adequate amounts of liquids throughout the day.