Diabetes Complications

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Which of the following is a common site for diabetic ulcers?

  • Scrotum
  • Perineum
  • Leg (correct)
  • Back

What investigation is recommended for diabetic ulcers?

  • Biopsy
  • MRI scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Blood sugar test (correct)

What does neuropathy in the foot cause in diabetic patients?

  • Increased sweating
  • Increased sensation
  • Increased muscle strength
  • Loss of joint position (correct)

What can increase the chances of sepsis in diabetics?

<p>High tissue glucose level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of diabetic ulcer?

<p>Increased glycosylated tissue protein (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Foot-plantar aspect (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of diabetic neuropathy?

<p>Conversion of sugar to sorbitol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of diabetic neuropathy?

<p>It takes around 10 years to develop. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased glycosylated hemoglobin on oxygen dissociation?

<p>It decreases the oxygen dissociation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a risk factor for diabetic ulcer?

<p>Increased glycosylated tissue protein. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of neuropathy in diabetic foot?

<p>Loss of skin elasticity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication associated with diabetic ulcers?

<p>Cellulitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a recommended investigation for diabetic ulcers?

<p>X-ray (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause diabetic ulcers to spread and become deep?

<p>Ischemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of diabetic ulcer?

<p>Increased glycosylated tissue protein decreases the oxygen utilization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased glycosylated hemoglobin on oxygen dissociation?

<p>It decreases oxygen dissociation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What investigation is recommended for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Blood sugar both random and fasting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of diabetic ulcers?

<p>Neuropathy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of diabetic neuropathy in the foot?

<p>Increased sweating (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can diabetic angiopathy lead to?

<p>Thickening of the basement membrane of vessels and capillaries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for sepsis in diabetics?

<p>Reduced immunity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of diabetic ulcers?

<p>Increased glycosylated tissue protein (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased glycosylated hemoglobin on oxygen dissociation?

<p>Decreases oxygen dissociation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Foot-plantar aspect (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Scrotum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of trophic ulcers in diabetic patients?

<p>Neuropathy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of diabetic angiopathy?

<p>Thickening of the basement membrane of vessels and capillaries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can reduce the chances of sepsis in diabetics?

<p>Smoking cessation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of diabetic neuropathy?

<p>It affects all sensory, motor, and autonomous components (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause diabetic ulcers to spread and become deep?

<p>Increased glucose in the tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Foot (plantar aspect) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of neuropathy in the foot for diabetic patients?

<p>Loss of joint position (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common complication associated with diabetic ulcers?

<p>Multiorgan dysfunction syndrome (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause diabetic ulcers to spread and become deep?

<p>Ischaemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What investigation is recommended for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Arterial Doppler of the limb (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of diabetic neuropathy?

<p>It causes nerve demyelination. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Leg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What investigation is recommended for diabetic ulcers?

<p>X-ray for osteomyelitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom of diabetic neuropathy in the foot?

<p>Numbness and tingling (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause diabetic ulcers to spread and become deep?

<p>Infection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for sepsis in diabetics?

<p>Reduced immunity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased glycosylated hemoglobin on oxygen dissociation?

<p>Has no effect on oxygen dissociation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of diabetic neuropathy?

<p>Increased glycosylated tissue protein (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Foot-plantar aspect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What investigation is recommended for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Discharge culture and sensitivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common site for diabetic ulcers?

<p>Scrotum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for sepsis in diabetics?

<p>Associated smoking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased glycosylated hemoglobin on oxygen dissociation?

<p>Has no effect on oxygen dissociation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause diabetic ulcers to spread and become deep?

<p>Neuropathy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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