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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing Diabetes Mellitus?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing Diabetes Mellitus?
- Hispanic ethnicity
- Age < 30 (correct)
- Family History
- Obesity
How does insulin primarily affect glucose levels in the body?
How does insulin primarily affect glucose levels in the body?
- Reduces the secretion of adrenaline
- Increases the amount of glucose in the bloodstream
- Facilitates glucose transport into the cells (correct)
- Inhibits the production of glucagon
What characterizes Type 1 Diabetes?
What characterizes Type 1 Diabetes?
- Development of glucose intolerance during adulthood
- Destruction of beta cells in the pancreas (correct)
- Insulin resistance primarily in skeletal muscles
- Increased insulin production by the pancreas
Which hormone acts as a counterregulatory hormone to insulin?
Which hormone acts as a counterregulatory hormone to insulin?
Which statement about glucose metabolism is accurate?
Which statement about glucose metabolism is accurate?
What are the two main etiological factors implicated in the development of Diabetes Mellitus?
What are the two main etiological factors implicated in the development of Diabetes Mellitus?
During which life stage is Type 1 Diabetes typically diagnosed?
During which life stage is Type 1 Diabetes typically diagnosed?
Which of the following correctly describes the function of insulin regarding protein synthesis?
Which of the following correctly describes the function of insulin regarding protein synthesis?
What occurs when insulin is absent in the body?
What occurs when insulin is absent in the body?
What is a common diagnostic test used to determine diabetes that provides an average of glucose levels over the past three months?
What is a common diagnostic test used to determine diabetes that provides an average of glucose levels over the past three months?
Which statement is true regarding gestational diabetes?
Which statement is true regarding gestational diabetes?
What is the primary factor contributing to the symptoms of fatigue and weakness in diabetes?
What is the primary factor contributing to the symptoms of fatigue and weakness in diabetes?
What does a fasting plasma glucose level over 126 indicate?
What does a fasting plasma glucose level over 126 indicate?
What fasting plasma glucose level indicates a potential diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes?
What fasting plasma glucose level indicates a potential diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes?
What is the recommended temperature for storing unopened insulin vials and pens?
What is the recommended temperature for storing unopened insulin vials and pens?
Which symptom is NOT typically monitored for diabetes?
Which symptom is NOT typically monitored for diabetes?
Which of the following best describes Pre-diabetes?
Which of the following best describes Pre-diabetes?
Which A1C level qualifies as a diagnostic marker for Type 2 Diabetes?
Which A1C level qualifies as a diagnostic marker for Type 2 Diabetes?
What happens to the A1C level when glucose is elevated in the blood?
What happens to the A1C level when glucose is elevated in the blood?
What indicates that fat cells undergo ketosis due to increased blood sugar without sugar being present in the cells?
What indicates that fat cells undergo ketosis due to increased blood sugar without sugar being present in the cells?
During an Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT), which value indicates diabetes?
During an Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT), which value indicates diabetes?
Within what duration can insulin vials and pens in use be kept at room temperature?
Within what duration can insulin vials and pens in use be kept at room temperature?
What is a common gastrointestinal symptom that may occur due to elevated glucose in diabetes?
What is a common gastrointestinal symptom that may occur due to elevated glucose in diabetes?
What is the general recommendation for A1C levels in patients diagnosed with diabetes?
What is the general recommendation for A1C levels in patients diagnosed with diabetes?
What is the role of the Estimated Average Glucose (eAG) measurement?
What is the role of the Estimated Average Glucose (eAG) measurement?
Which factor does NOT contribute to the risk of developing gestational diabetes?
Which factor does NOT contribute to the risk of developing gestational diabetes?
What factor contributes to the gradual onset of Type 2 Diabetes?
What factor contributes to the gradual onset of Type 2 Diabetes?
What is the essential treatment for individuals diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes?
What is the essential treatment for individuals diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes?
Which of these values can indicate impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)?
Which of these values can indicate impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)?
Which management strategy can be employed to address the Somogyi effect?
Which management strategy can be employed to address the Somogyi effect?
What is a key characteristic of the dawn phenomenon?
What is a key characteristic of the dawn phenomenon?
What is a primary action of Metformin?
What is a primary action of Metformin?
How should a-Glucosidase inhibitors like Glyset and Precose be taken for optimal effectiveness?
How should a-Glucosidase inhibitors like Glyset and Precose be taken for optimal effectiveness?
What is the primary concern when encountering morning hyperglycemia in patients?
What is the primary concern when encountering morning hyperglycemia in patients?
In what scenario might an increase in insulin be appropriate?
In what scenario might an increase in insulin be appropriate?
Which of the following classes of drugs helps in delaying glucose absorption?
Which of the following classes of drugs helps in delaying glucose absorption?
What is one reason Metformin may be prescribed for overweight or obese patients with type 2 diabetes?
What is one reason Metformin may be prescribed for overweight or obese patients with type 2 diabetes?
Which blood glucose measurement indicates a need for further investigation at 2:00 to 4:00 AM?
Which blood glucose measurement indicates a need for further investigation at 2:00 to 4:00 AM?
What adjustment is recommended for managing the dawn phenomenon?
What adjustment is recommended for managing the dawn phenomenon?
What is the primary mechanism of action for sulfonylureas in diabetes management?
What is the primary mechanism of action for sulfonylureas in diabetes management?
Which of the following is a common side effect of meglitinides?
Which of the following is a common side effect of meglitinides?
What does MyPlate represent in the context of diabetes nutrition therapy?
What does MyPlate represent in the context of diabetes nutrition therapy?
What characterizes diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What characterizes diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What is the primary cause of dehydration in patients experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the primary cause of dehydration in patients experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis?
In nutritional management for diabetes, which food groups are generally considered to raise blood sugar levels?
In nutritional management for diabetes, which food groups are generally considered to raise blood sugar levels?
