32 Questions
What is the main function of insulin in the body?
To decrease blood sugar levels
Which type of Diabetes is often considered insulin dependent?
Type 1 Diabetes
What percentage of patients with Diabetes have Type 2 Diabetes?
90-95%
How does the HbA1c test help in diagnosing Diabetes?
Measures the average blood sugar level over the past 3 months
What happens when there is not enough insulin in the body?
Glucose builds up in the blood
What is the impact of Type 1 Diabetes on the pancreas?
It causes autoimmune disorder affecting insulin production
What is the primary goal for any patient with diabetes regarding their HbA1c level?
To have an HbA1c level within the diabetic range of 6.5%-7.0%
How often can HbA1c monitoring be done depending on the severity of diabetes?
Once every 3 months, 6 months, or 1 year
What is diabetic neuropathy?
A type of nerve damage due to high glucose levels
What is a common method for assessing diabetic neuropathy?
Monofilament test on the feet
What can a monofilament test for diabetic neuropathy help identify?
Sensory loss in the feet
Why might a patient with diabetes undergo a diabetic eye screening?
To detect vision damage like retinopathy
How can urine tests be useful for diabetic patients?
To monitor kidney function alongside blood tests
What is the most common method used to measure kidney function in diabetic patients?
'Urinalysis' test
Why is it essential for diabetic patients to undergo a diabetic foot screen?
To check for neuropathy or wounds that could lead to complications
What is the primary aim of utilizing blood glucose monitors by newly diagnosed diabetic patients?
To track their blood sugar levels throughout the day
Diabetes is the ___ leading cause of death in the United States.
8th
Insulin is responsible for pulling ____ molecules into cells for energy.
glucose
Type 1 Diabetes is considered an autoimmune disorder impacting the ___ in the pancreas.
cells
HbA1c test measures the average level of blood sugar over the past ___ months.
3
Type 2 Diabetes is typically preventable and can be managed with diet and ____.
medication
___ is the percent of hemoglobin that has glucose molecules stuck to it.
HbA1c
HbA1c monitoring can happen once every 3 months, 6 months or 1 year depending on the ______ of the diabetes.
severity
Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can happen due to the high level of glucose in the ______ stream.
blood
The most common tests to monitor kidney function in diabetic patients is a ______.
urinalysis
During diabetic foot screening, the Medical Assistant is assessing for any wounds or ______.
neuropathy
The goal for any patient with diabetes is to ensure it is being well controlled, meaning their A1C level is on the lower end of the diabetic ______ (6.5%-7.0%).
range
Because the higher than normal level of glucose in the blood can cause damage to a patient's ______.
vision
Blood Glucose monitoring can be done daily, multiple times each ______.
day
A diabetic eye screening is often completed with an ______ or optometrist.
ophthalmologist
The second way to conduct an HbA1c screening is through a point-of-care capillary ______.
puncture
A urinalysis can be performed using the urine ______ method.
dipstick
Learn about the importance of diabetic screenings and the impact of diabetes on health. Understand the role of insulin in glucose regulation and the risks associated with uncontrolled blood sugar levels. Explore the different types of diabetes and how they can be managed.
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