Diabetes Mellitus Overview Quiz
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What is one significant risk factor for Type I Diabetes Mellitus?

  • Increasing age
  • Viral infection (correct)
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Obesity
  • Which of the following statements best describes Type II Diabetes Mellitus?

  • It is an autoimmune disorder affecting insulin production.
  • It is primarily triggered by viral infections.
  • It involves decreased insulin production by beta cells. (correct)
  • It typically has an onset before age 30.
  • What is a common physiological effect of insulin deficiency?

  • Enhanced insulin receptor sensitivity
  • Increased glucose utilization by skeletal muscles
  • Increased fat usage as an energy source (correct)
  • Enhanced glucose tolerance
  • At what plasma glucose level is insulin resistance typically indicated?

    <p>140-199 mg/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is NOT associated with diabetes?

    <p>Skin infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common symptoms of ketone body production?

    <p>Nausea and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions can lead to low circulating blood glucose levels?

    <p>Insufficient food intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common treatment for resolving symptoms of low blood sugar?

    <p>Carbohydrate administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key risk of exercising with high levels of circulating insulin?

    <p>Exercise induced hypoglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which blood sugar reading indicates that exercise should be avoided?

    <p>240 mg/dL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis after treatment?

    <p>Symptoms typically resolve in 6-12 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is associated with low blood sugar levels?

    <p>Slurred speech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can exercise benefit individuals with diabetes?

    <p>Increases ability of muscles to utilize glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant complication associated with hyperglycemia in the peripheral nervous system?

    <p>Damage to Schwann cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the sensory deficits commonly observed in patients with protein depletion due to increased protein catabolism?

    <p>Loss of vibratory, touch, pain and temperature sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following signs indicates chronic kidney disease related to protein depletion?

    <p>Abnormal glomerular filtration rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What treatment method uses the lining of the stomach to filter waste from the blood?

    <p>Peritoneal dialysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common symptom of kidney complications due to increased protein catabolism?

    <p>Peripheral edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What complication can arise from an overproduction of ketones in the body?

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

    What is the primary focus of treatment for chronic kidney disease resulting from diabetes?

    <p>Blood sugar regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a sign of peripheral neuropathy due to protein depletion?

    <p>Intense chest pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What vascular complication is characterized by the thickening of the basement membrane in the kidneys?

    <p>Sclerosis of kidney</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of small vessel disease in the context of diabetes?

    <p>Hypoxia to peripheral nerves</p> Signup and view all the answers

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