Question

A 12-year-old boy with type 1 diabetes is attending a summer sports camp. His parents ask how to prevent hypoglycaemia during prolonged exercise. According to Diabetes Canada paediatric guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

Consume extra carbohydrates before and during prolonged activity and adjust insulin if needed

Answer

Increase basal insulin dose before exercise

Answer

Omit all insulin doses on days with exercise

Answer

Avoid all strenuous activity

Answer

Use glucagon prophylactically before exercise

Practice question

A 12-year-old boy with type 1 diabetes is attending a summer sports camp. His parents ask how to prevent hypoglycaemia during prolonged exercise. According to Diabetes Canada paediatric guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?