Diabetes at Camp: Basics-Diabetes at Camp: Ketones and Sick Days

Diabetes at Camp: Ketones and Sick Days

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The document focuses on diabetes management at camp, specifically addressing ketones and sick days. It outlines causes of ketones, explains when to check for ketones, and provides guidance on testing urine ketones. Additionally, it covers treating trace/small ketones by drinking water and monitoring ketone levels. The importance of a sick day action plan is highlighted for campers on injections or pumps, with detailed instructions on insulin dosages and fluid intake. The module also discusses diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) as a life-threatening complication of type 1 diabetes, its symptoms, treatment with IV fluids and insulin, and potential complications. The summary emphasizes the significance of recognizing symptoms of DKA and promptly seeking medical treatment. Key points include how insulin deficiency and stress lead to ketone production in diabetes, the necessity of a sick day action plan for managing ketones, and the urgent response required for potential DKA cases. The assessment section provides practical scenarios for applying the knowledge presented in the module, testing understanding of proper diabetes management in different situations. Overall, the document underscores the importance of proactive ketone management, adherence to sick day action plans, and awareness of DKA symptoms for the well-being of campers with diabetes.

Keywords

diabetes management

ketones

sick days

urine ketones testing

insulin dosages

fluid intake

diabetic ketoacidosis

DKA

insulin deficiency

stress