Question

15.
Neonate of diabetic mother is at
risk for all the following EXCEPT
A. Hypoglycemia
B. Hypocalcemia
C. Hyperglycemia
D. Hyperbilirubinimia​

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

Hyperbilirubinemia occurs in approximately 25% of infants of diabetic mothers

Hypomagnesemia is another potential cause of hypocalcemia in diabetics. Mg2+ depletion leads to hypocalcemia mainly because of impaired release of parathyroid hormone (PTH) or skeletal and renal tubule resistance to the action of PTH[1].

An IDM is more likely to have periods of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) shortly after birth, and during first few days of life. This is because the baby has been used to getting more sugar than needed from the mother. They have a higher insulin level than needed after birth. Insulin lowers the blood sugar.