Diabetes Mellitus (Lec 10) (Set 1)

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Which of the following is the normal range for fasting blood glucose?

  • 6.5-7.0 mmol/l
  • 4.5-5.2 mmol/l (correct)
  • 5.5-6.0 mmol/l
  • 3.5-4.5 mmol/l

What blood glucose level suggests diabetes mellitus in a random blood glucose test?

  • <4.5 mmol/l
  • 4.5-5.2 mmol/l
  • 5.5-6.0 mmol/l
  • >11.1 mmol/l (correct)

Which test is used to diagnose diabetes if the 2-hour glucose reading is above 11.1 mmol/l?

  • HbA1c test
  • Fasting blood glucose test
  • Random blood glucose test
  • Oral glucose tolerance test (correct)

What is the purpose of monitoring HbA1c levels in diabetes management?

<p>To provide a 1-2 month plasma glucose 'history' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for HbA1c levels?

<p>&lt;6% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can also cause elevated HbA1c levels?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the long-term effect of poorly controlled diabetes on the kidneys?

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

Which complication of diabetes is caused by defective blood supply to neurons?

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

Which test is recommended by the WHO for diagnosing diabetes?

<p>Fasting blood glucose test (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an oral glucose tolerance test?

<p>To diagnose diabetes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a normal range for blood glucose levels?

<p>4.0-6.0 mmol/l (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated percentage of the UK population living with diabetes mellitus, including undiagnosed individuals?

<p>7% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of diabetes cases in the UK are Type 1 diabetes?

<p>10% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of diabetes in adults?

<p>Type 2 DM (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for Type 2 Diabetes mellitus?

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

How is insulin involved in the regulation of blood glucose concentration?

<p>Insulin promotes glucose uptake (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range for normal plasma glucose levels in a fasting state?

<p>4.5-5.2 mmol/l (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a urine glucose test?

<p>To assess kidney function (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of glucose homeostasis?

<p>To balance glucose intake and utilization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bariatric surgery in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus?

<p>To promote weight loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Diabetes mellitus is characterized by persistent hypoglycemia.

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

Blood glucose values in excess of 50 mmol/l have been recorded for some patients with diabetes.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The UK population living with diabetes mellitus is estimated to be 7%.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Type 1 diabetes mellitus accounts for 10% of diabetes cases in adults.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Insulin plays a role in regulating the concentration of glucose in the blood.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Glycosuria is a diagnostic test for diabetes mellitus.

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

Random blood glucose levels above 11.1 mmol/l suggest diabetes mellitus.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) is the preferred diagnostic test for diabetes according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

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

HbA1c levels can provide a history of plasma glucose levels over the past 1-2 months.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Elevated HbA1c levels can be caused by conditions such as opioid and alcohol abuse.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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