Managing and checking ketones can be overwhelming when your child is first diagnosed with diabetes. This video will teach you about ketone production and management, when to check for ketones, what diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is, and the treatment and prevention of DKA.

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*These instructions are part of a teaching program for families of patients at The Hospital for Sick Children. They are provided in addition to detailed handson training. We urge you not to follow these instructions without training and advice from a healthcare professional who understands your child's unique needs. Please also review these instructions with your doctor to check if they are suitable for your situation.

Cette vidéo sert à donner des renseignements généraux seulement. Elle ne remplace pas le diagnostic ou les conseils médicaux d'un professionnel de la santé qui a examiné votre enfant et comprend ses besoins uniques. Veuillez consulter votre médecin pour vérifier si le contenu convient à votre situation.

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VIDEO CHAPTERS

00:32 Types of diabetes mellitus

01:52 Management of diabetes

02:18 How the body manages blood sugar

04:12 How insulin works

04:41 The honeymoon phase

05:24 Why is insulin important?

06:33 High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) symptoms

08:00 What happens next: Ketone production

08:17 Ketone production

08:48 When to check for ketones

09:13 Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

09:55 Treatment of DKA

10:21 How to prevent DKA

10:50 Check your knowledge

11:39 It will get easier