Diabetes and Pregnancy Complications Quiz
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During which period of pregnancy is high blood glucose level teratogenic?

  • Second trimester
  • Last 2 months
  • Third trimester
  • First 2 months (correct)

    • What is the reason for many women with DM failing to get blood glucose under control prior to conception?

  • They do not want to get pregnant
  • They prefer to control their blood glucose after conception
  • They do not have access to insulin
  • They are unaware of the risks of DM (correct)

    • What is the risk of congenital abnormalities in newborns associated with high blood glucose levels during the first 2 months of pregnancy?

  • 4-5 fold increase in risk
  • 2-3 fold increase in risk (correct)
  • No increase in risk
  • 1-2 fold increase in risk

    • Which hormone is the cells resistant to in insulin resistance?

    <p>Insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?

    <p>Any degree of glucose intolerance with onset or first recognition during pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does glycemic index represent?

    <p>The relative ability of a carbohydrate food to increase the level of glucose in the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct statement about insulin resistance?

    <p>Insulin resistance is a condition in which cells fail to respond normally to insulin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and diabetes mellitus (DM)?

    <p>GDM is a condition that only occurs during pregnancy, while DM can occur at any time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between glycemic index and blood glucose level?

    <p>Foods with a high glycemic index will increase blood glucose levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of diabetes is characterized by destruction of the insulin producing cells of the pancreas?

    <p>Type 1 diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Obesity and lack of exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Type 1 diabetes previously called?

    <p>Juvenile-onset diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Type 1 diabetes is caused by destruction of the insulin producing cells of the pancreas, while Type 2 diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and relative lack of insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is insulin resistance?

    <p>A condition where the body cannot properly use insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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