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What is typically the first defense mechanism when blood sugar levels drop?
What is typically the first defense mechanism when blood sugar levels drop?
What is a common consequence of hypoglycemia-associated autonomic failure (HAAF)?
What is a common consequence of hypoglycemia-associated autonomic failure (HAAF)?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for increasing blood sugar levels during hypoglycemia?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for increasing blood sugar levels during hypoglycemia?
What condition can lead to fasting hypoglycemia due to excessive demand on insulin?
What condition can lead to fasting hypoglycemia due to excessive demand on insulin?
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Which of the following medications is least likely to contribute to hypoglycemia?
Which of the following medications is least likely to contribute to hypoglycemia?
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What is considered a normal blood glucose level below which hypoglycemia occurs?
What is considered a normal blood glucose level below which hypoglycemia occurs?
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Which of the following is NOT a defense mechanism against hypoglycemia?
Which of the following is NOT a defense mechanism against hypoglycemia?
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What condition is characterized by the loss of adrenergic symptoms that would normally signal hypoglycemia?
What condition is characterized by the loss of adrenergic symptoms that would normally signal hypoglycemia?
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Which medication is associated with causing hypoglycemia?
Which medication is associated with causing hypoglycemia?
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What is the primary hormone released by pancreatic alpha-cells in response to low blood glucose levels?
What is the primary hormone released by pancreatic alpha-cells in response to low blood glucose levels?
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What mechanism supports glucose production during prolonged hypoglycemia beyond 4 hours?
What mechanism supports glucose production during prolonged hypoglycemia beyond 4 hours?
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Which of the following is a common cause of fasting hypoglycemia?
Which of the following is a common cause of fasting hypoglycemia?
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Which condition is characterized by excessive insulin effect after meals?
Which condition is characterized by excessive insulin effect after meals?
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