Tammy, a Type 1 Diabetic, Has Been Sick for More

question 67

Multiple Choice

Tammy, a type 1 diabetic, has been sick for more than a week She has had no appetite at all and consequently has not been able to eat much of anything What is likely causing the lack of appetite?

• A)Hypoglycemia
• B)Reactive hyperglycemia
• C)Ketosis

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