Question

A 7-year-old child is brought in with polydipsia and polyuria, and a random blood glucose of 18 mmol/L. Which is the most appropriate initial step in management?

Accepted Answer

Start subcutaneous insulin therapy promptly

Answer

Immediate oral antidiabetic therapy

Answer

Begin insulin therapy after an OGTT

Answer

Lifestyle modifications for 3 months then recheck

Answer

Prescribe metformin monotherapy

Practice question

A 7-year-old child is brought in with polydipsia and polyuria, and a random blood glucose of 18 mmol/L. Which is the most appropriate initial step in management?