Type 1 DiabetesBy Gabrielle McGough

Goals: Helping people learn more about either themselves or other people who have Type 1 Diabetes.

Objectives: Discussing what Type 1 Diabetes is and what we should do to help people who have it.

Audience: All ages and both genders should learn about this disease.

Goals and Objectives

There are two major types of diabetes. ◦ Type 1, also known as juvenile diabetes, produces

little or no insulin being made in the pancreas. Most common signs of Type 1 Diabetes are:

Frequent passing of urine Constant thirst Weight lossType 2, also known as adult-onset or non-insulin dependent diabetes, is where insulin is still made, however, does not work very well.

What is Diabetes?

Genetics: Genes come from both parents and can make someone more likely to get diabetes. Over half of the people that get Type 1 Diabetes, have inherited the gene cell types DR3/DR4.

What Causes Type 1 Diabetes?

Every Type 1 Diabetics should:◦ Test their Blood glucose at least 4 or more times a

day, and write down the daily numbers on a notepad.◦ Exercise and Eat Healthy.◦ Counting the Carbohydrates.◦ Take insulin, before meals.

Why are insulin shots needed?Not enough insulin is made in the pancreas of a person with Type 1 Diabetes.

Insulin can not be taken as a pill because it would be destroyed by stomach acid.Now, insulin comes in Flexpens, Pods, and Pumps. So you do not have to draw up the insulin from the vials.

What is the daily routine for people who have Type 1 diabetes?

When it comes to people with Type 1 Diabetes, here are some signs that we should look out for:Skin Paleness SweatingEmotional Changes Frequent UrinatingShaking/Tingling on hands and feet ThirstImpaired or Blurred Vision DrowsinessHunger

Mostly, these listed signs are from how much insulin Type 1 Diabetics use.

What other signs should look out for people who have Type 1 Diabetes?

If a person you know who has Type 1 Diabetes, here are some ways to help:◦ If they have a very low number, pass out or even drop down,

give them the glucagon, call 9-1-1. NOTE: Type 1 Diabetics may have seizures if numbers are at a dangerous low range.

◦ If they have just a low number, give them something that will boost up their blood glucose number at normal range. Retest about fifteen minutes or until they feel at normal range.

◦ If number is at high range, have drink some water, or draw up some insulin to bring numbers down at normal range.

◦ If number is very high, have them test for ketones in the bathroom. Have them drink plenty of water, draw up some insulin if necessary.

What can we do to help?

People who have Type 1 Diabetes, carry around Medical Identification. Available as bracelets, necklaces, and tattoos which will show personal information, such as: Name, phone number, what type of diabetes you are, and the doctor’s phone number behind the jewelry or on the tattoo.

Medical Identification

Having Type 1 Diabetes is nothing to grieve about, however, when it comes to crazy blood glucose numbers is no laughing matter!

Keep In Mind

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