10 Questions
Which of the following is a characteristic of prediabetes?
Impaired fasting glucose (IFG) and/or impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)
What is a key difference between type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)?
Autoimmune destruction of beta cells in T1DM, insulin resistance in T2DM
What is a distinguishing feature of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
Develops during pregnancy and resolves after delivery
Which of the following is a potential chronic complication associated with diabetes mellitus (DM)?
Diabetic retinopathy
What is an important consideration when selecting insulin regimens for patients with DM?
Matching insulin onset, peak, and duration with the patient's needs
Which of the following is a key difference between type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)?
T1DM is characterized by autoimmune destruction of beta cells, while T2DM is primarily due to insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency.
What is an important distinguishing feature of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
It usually develops after the 28th week of pregnancy and typically resolves after childbirth.
Which of the following is a potential acute complication associated with diabetes mellitus (DM)?
Hypoglycemia
What is a characteristic of prediabetes?
It is a condition where blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as diabetes.
What is an important consideration when selecting insulin regimens for patients with DM?
Tailoring the regimen based on the patient's desired onset, peak, and duration of insulin effects.
Study Notes
Diabetes Characteristics
- Prediabetes is characterized by impaired glucose tolerance or impaired fasting glucose.
Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes
- A key difference between type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is the presence of insulin resistance in T2DM, whereas T1DM is characterized by insulin deficiency.
Gestational Diabetes
- Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is distinguished by its development during pregnancy, usually in the second or third trimester.
Complications of Diabetes
- A potential chronic complication associated with diabetes mellitus (DM) is microvascular disease, such as retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy.
- A potential acute complication associated with diabetes mellitus (DM) is hypoglycemia.
Insulin Regimens
- When selecting insulin regimens for patients with DM, an important consideration is the individual's lifestyle, including meal times, physical activity, and sleep patterns.
Test your knowledge of diabetes mellitus with this quiz focusing on the differences between prediabetes, type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Explore variations in diagnostic criteria, clinical presentation, and the pathophysiology of T1DM. Ideal for pharmacy practice students and those interested in ambulatory care pharmacotherapy.
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