Diabetes Mellitus Definition and Symptoms Quiz
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What is diabetes mellitus characterized by?

  • High levels of blood glucose resulting from excess insulin production
  • Low levels of blood glucose resulting from defects in insulin production only
  • High levels of blood glucose resulting from defects in insulin production, insulin action, or both (correct)
  • Normal levels of blood glucose despite defects in insulin production
  • What are the early symptoms of diabetes mellitus?

  • Fatigue and occasional thirst
  • Increased hunger and occasional fatigue
  • Frequent urination and occasional weight loss
  • Notable thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, and increased hunger (correct)
  • Which type of diabetes is associated with destruction of pancreatic beta cells?

  • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
  • Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (correct)
  • LADA (Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults)
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • What was Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus previously called?

    <p>Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of diagnosed diabetes cases does Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus account for?

    <p>About 90% to 95%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the previous name for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?

    <p>Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the previous name for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?

    <p>Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of diabetes may account for about 90% to 95% of all diagnosed cases of diabetes?

    <p>Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of diabetes is associated with the destruction of pancreatic beta cells?

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

    What is the term used to describe a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia with disturbances of carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism?

    <p>(DM) Diabetes Mellitus</p> Signup and view all the answers

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