Diabetes Care Management Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• insulin : hormone that lowers blood glucose levels
• polyuria : excessive urination commonly seen in diabetes
• a1c : long-term measure of glucose control over about 3 months
• dka : acute complication more common in type 1 diabetes involving ketone buildup
• polydipsia : excessive thirst related to fluid loss
• retinopathy : chronic complication affecting the eyes
• metformin : oral medication often first-line for type 2 diabetes
• hyperglycemia : high blood sugar
• insulin resistance : body’s inability to respond effectively to insulin (two words)
• pancreas : organ responsible for insulin production
• hypoglycemia : low blood sugar
• glucagon : hormone that raises blood glucose
• ketones : breakdown product of fat seen in uncontrolled diabetes
• polyphagia : excessive hunger
• neuropathy : chronic complication affecting nerves
• nephropathy : chronic complication affecting kidneys
• hhs : severe hyperglycemic state without ketosis (more common in type 2)
• carbohydrates : nutrient that most directly affects blood glucose levels