Diabetes Nutrition Intervention Quiz

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What are the nutritional implications for Reactive Hypoglycemia?

Dietary modification

Define hypoglycemia.

Abnormally low blood glucose level

What are the clinical manifestations of hypoglycemia?

Weakness, fatigue, sweating, tachycardia

What is the medical treatment for reactive hypoglycemia?

Anticholinergic agents Signup and view all the answers

What is the nutrition intervention recommended for hypoglycemia?

Small frequent meals, complex carbohydrates, fiber, protein Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of blood glucose level that indicates hypoglycemia?

< 70 mg/dL Signup and view all the answers

What are the nutritional implications of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia during exercise?

Acute risks of exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is fundamental for monitoring and evaluating diabetes?

Glycemic control Signup and view all the answers

Name one benefit of physical activity for individuals with diabetes.

Improved glycemic control, lipids, and blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

What are some techniques used to assess glycemic control?

Glycated hemoglobin assays, self-monitoring of blood glucose, continuous glucose monitoring Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of hormones controlling circadian rhythms that leads to hyperglycemia between 5 am and 9 am?

Dawn phenomenon Signup and view all the answers

What is the life-threatening, severe hyperglycemic complication known as?

Diabetic ketoacidosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition that occurs most frequently in individuals with type 2 diabetes, develops gradually, and has a higher mortality rate compared to diabetic ketoacidosis?

Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS) Signup and view all the answers

What should nutrition intervention provide during short-term illnesses to help maintain glycemic control?

List of carbohydrate-containing foods that are tolerated and easy to digest Signup and view all the answers

What are the long-term complications of hyperglycemia?

Macrovascular and microvascular complications such as cardiovascular disease, nephropathy, retinopathy, and nervous system diseases Signup and view all the answers

How should nutrition therapy address hyperglycemia in diabetic patients?

Using strategies for hyperglycemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of insulin in carbohydrate metabolism?

Controls transport of blood glucose into cells when levels are high Signup and view all the answers

Describe the complementary interactions of insulin and glucagon.

Insulin promotes fat and protein metabolism, while glucagon stimulates glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, and lipolysis. Signup and view all the answers

What are the manifestations of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?

Hyperglycemia, glycosuria, polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, ketosuria, metabolic acidosis/ketoacidosis, hypovolemia, weight loss, and hypovolemic shock. Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical manifestations of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?

Insidious onset, may present with complications of diabetes, prediabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Signup and view all the answers

How is Diabetes Mellitus diagnosed?

Through glycated hemoglobin assays, oral glucose tolerance test, and islet cell autoantibodies screening. Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical treatment for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?

Exogenous insulin in conjunction with nutrition therapy and physical activity. Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of insulin delivery regimens?

Fixed, flexible, and continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of medications used for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?

Biguanides, sulfonylurea agents, thiazolidinediones, GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, α-glucosidase inhibitors. Signup and view all the answers

What are the nutritional implications for individuals with diabetes?

Acute and chronic complications, nutrition assessment, and individualized nutrition diagnosis. Signup and view all the answers

What are the guidelines for the implementation of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for adults with diabetes?

Individualized glycemic, blood pressure, and lipid goals, and achieving and maintaining body weight goals. Signup and view all the answers