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What distinguishes Type 1 diabetes from Type 2 diabetes?
What distinguishes Type 1 diabetes from Type 2 diabetes?
- Age of onset
- Presence or absence of insulin resistance (correct)
- Genetic predisposition
- Degree of blood sugar control
Which factor plays a significant role in the development of Type 2 diabetes?
Which factor plays a significant role in the development of Type 2 diabetes?
- High levels of physical activity
- Sedentary lifestyle and poor diet (correct)
- Regular insulin administration
- Family history of Type 1 diabetes
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
- Decreasing blood glucose levels (correct)
- Regulating cholesterol levels
- Increasing blood glucose levels
- Promoting fat storage
When is the best time to administer sliding scale insulin?
When is the best time to administer sliding scale insulin?
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Why is Metformin typically held prior to CT scanning with contrast?
Why is Metformin typically held prior to CT scanning with contrast?
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What constitutes pre-diabetes and diabetes in terms of blood glucose levels?
What constitutes pre-diabetes and diabetes in terms of blood glucose levels?
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Why is HgbA1c a better indicator of blood sugar control than random glucose levels?
Why is HgbA1c a better indicator of blood sugar control than random glucose levels?
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