Diabetic Emergencies Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • Exercise
  • Vomiting
  • Breastfeeding
  • Alcohol (correct)

Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels and the presence of ketones in the urine?

<p>Diabetic ketoacidosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a state of severe hyperglycaemia with dehydration and altered mental status?

<p>Hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by high blood sugar levels and a hyperosmolar state?

<p>Hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended advice to patients regarding blood glucose levels?

<p>Four's the floor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a condition where there is low blood sugar levels?

<p>Hypoglycaemia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause hypoglycaemia even in non-diabetic individuals?

<p>Alcohol (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a state of severe hyperglycaemia with dehydration and altered mental status?

<p>Diabetic ketoacidosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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