This chapter covers diabetes mellitus topics that you are likely to see on the USMLE Step 2 exam. The following topics from USMLE Step 2 Secrets 5th Edition are covered:
Diabetes screening
Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes treatment goals
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state
Complications of diabetes
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Diabetic retinopathy
Insulin preparations
Insulin dosage adjustment
Somogyi effect
Treatment of diabetes