PBS 2.1.5 - 2.1.7 Review

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What is hyperglycemia?

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A condition characterized by an excessive amount of glucose in the blood, often associated with diabetes.

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What is hypoglycemia?

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A condition where blood glucose levels drop below normal, which can lead to symptoms like dizziness and confusion.

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What is a glucometer?

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A device for measuring blood glucose levels from a drop of blood obtained by a fingerstick.

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What is continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)?

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A method of tracking glucose levels in real-time using a device that continuously measures glucose in the interstitial fluid.

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What does PHI stand for?

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Protected Health Information, which refers to any information about health status, provision of health care, or payment for health care that can be linked to an individual.

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What is HIPAA?

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, a law that provides data privacy and security provisions for safeguarding medical information.

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Can professionals disclose PHI for legal proceedings?

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True, professionals can disclose PHI to provide information for legal proceedings.

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What is the purpose of a glucometer?

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To measure blood glucose levels to help manage diabetes.

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What are the symptoms of hyperglycemia?

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Increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and blurred vision.

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What are the symptoms of hypoglycemia?

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Shakiness, sweating, confusion, irritability, and rapid heartbeat.