10 Questions
Diabetes Mellitus can lead to chronic complications such as retinopathy, neuropathy, and nephropathy
True
Diabetes Mellitus type 2 is also known as insulin dependent diabetes
False
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is caused by insufficient insulin secretion
True
Diabetes ketoacidosis is characterized by toxic levels of ketoacids formed from fatty acids
True
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy
True
Which of the following is a major source of morbidity in diabetes mellitus?
Nephropathy
Which antibodies are associated with Type 1a Diabetes Mellitus?
Antibodies to Glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD 65)
What is the main ketone associated with Diabetes ketoacidosis?
Acetoacetate
What type of insulin deficiency is associated with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Severe or absolute insulin deficiency
What are the main subtypes of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
Type 1a: immune mediated; Type 1b: Idiopathic
Test your knowledge of drugs used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus with this quiz. Explore the medications involved in managing both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and deepen your understanding of their pharmacological actions and clinical applications.
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