Diabetes Mellitus Overview

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What is the main reason that screening for T1DM is not recommended in individuals with normal glucose levels?

  • Presence of autoantibodies does not guarantee diabetes will occur. (correct)
  • Presence of autoantibodies always leads to diabetes.
  • Screening can delay the onset of T1DM.
  • Interventions to prevent T1DM have been proven effective.

Based on the text, why is it recommended to screen for T2DM every 3 years in individuals over 40 years of age?

  • It is easier to detect T2DM in older individuals.
  • Younger individuals are rarely affected by T2DM.
  • T2DM progresses faster in older age groups.
  • Individuals over 40 are at higher risk for developing T2DM. (correct)

Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for Diabetes Mellitus in the text?

  • Presence of end-organ damage
  • Family history of T2DM
  • History of prediabetes
  • High socioeconomic status (correct)

Why may earlier and more frequent testing be considered for some individuals at higher risk?

<p>To identify diabetes at an early stage for better management. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tool is recommended for determining high risk for T2DM in individuals over 40 years of age?

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

Which autoimmune marker is detectable in individuals with late autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA)?

<p>GAD65 autoantibodies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary manifestation of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?

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

Which group represents the majority of diabetes mellitus cases worldwide?

<p>Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of Gestational Diabetes?

<p>Glucose intolerance during pregnancy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, what worsens over time leading to more prominent hyperglycemia?

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

Which autoimmune marker is NOT associated with late autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA)?

<p>Insulin receptor autoantibodies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) from Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) in terms of insulin deficiency?

<p><strong>$\beta$</strong>-cell destruction in T1DM vs. insulin resistance in T2DM (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Gestational Diabetes from Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?

<p>First onset during pregnancy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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