Diabetes Prevention Strategies Quiz

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What was the focus of the intensive program of lifestyle modifications in the Diabetes Prevention Program?

Surgical interventions
Psychological counseling only
Medication management and dietary supplements
Weight reduction and physical activity (correct)

What was the percentage lower incidence of diabetes in the lifestyle intervention group compared to the placebo group?

20%
40%
58% (correct)
80%

Which group had a 31% lower incidence of diabetes compared to the placebo group?

Psychological counseling group
Metformin group (correct)
Placebo group
Lifestyle intervention group

What was the criteria for participants at high risk for type 2 diabetes?

BMI greater than 24 kg/m$^2$, elevated glucose levels (D) Signup and view all the answers

What were the key components of the intensive program of lifestyle modifications?

Weight reduction, physical activity, behavior modification strategies (A) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of initial body weight reduction was the intensive program of lifestyle modifications focused on?

Greater than 7% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of including behavior modification strategies in the intensive program of lifestyle modifications?

To help patients achieve weight reduction and exercise goals (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who conducted the research on diabetes prevention?

Diabetes Prevention Program Research Group (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the research, can type 2 diabetes be prevented or delayed in high-risk individuals?

Yes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the 16-lesson curriculum in the intensive program of lifestyle modifications?

Weight reduction and physical activity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of antidiabetic agent was included in the study?

Metformin (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the percentage lower incidence of diabetes in the metformin group compared to the placebo group?

31% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the classic clinical manifestations of diabetes?

Polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic criterion for the diagnosis of diabetes?

Abnormally high blood glucose level (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the seventh leading cause of death in older adults?

Type 2 diabetes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of type 2 diabetes among older adults?

Approximately 20% (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of glucosamine on the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?

Lower risk (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the ADA use as diagnostic criteria for diabetes?

Fasting plasma glucose, random plasma glucose, and 2-hour postprandial load (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is more effective in diagnosing diabetes in older patients?

Glucose tolerance test (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of diabetes?

Fatigue, weakness, sudden vision changes, tingling or numbness in hands or feet (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of type 2 diabetes among African Americans?

High (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical manifestations of hyperglycemia?

Polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the cause of polyphagia in diabetes?

Catabolic state induced by insulin deficiency and breakdown of proteins and fats (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the common complications in patients with newly diagnosed diabetes?

Ongoing specialized assessment and evaluation for complications (C) Signup and view all the answers