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Which term refers to a condition where there is low blood sugar levels?
Which term refers to a condition where there is low blood sugar levels?
- Hyperglycaemia
- Hypoglycaemia (correct)
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state
What is the recommended advice to patients regarding blood glucose levels?
What is the recommended advice to patients regarding blood glucose levels?
- Five is alive
- Four's the floor (correct)
- Three's a crowd
- Six is the fix
What can cause hypoglycaemia even in non-diabetic individuals?
What can cause hypoglycaemia even in non-diabetic individuals?
- Exercise
- Vomiting
- Breastfeeding
- Alcohol (correct)
Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels and the presence of ketones in the urine?
Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels and the presence of ketones in the urine?
What is the term for a state of severe hyperglycaemia with dehydration and altered mental status?
What is the term for a state of severe hyperglycaemia with dehydration and altered mental status?
Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels and a hyperosmolar state?
Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels and a hyperosmolar state?
What is the recommended advice to patients regarding blood glucose levels?
What is the recommended advice to patients regarding blood glucose levels?
Which term refers to a condition where there is low blood sugar levels?
Which term refers to a condition where there is low blood sugar levels?
What can cause hypoglycaemia even in non-diabetic individuals?
What can cause hypoglycaemia even in non-diabetic individuals?
What is the term for a state of severe hyperglycaemia with dehydration and altered mental status?
What is the term for a state of severe hyperglycaemia with dehydration and altered mental status?