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What is the optimal A1c range for a patient diagnosed with diabetes?
What is the optimal A1c range for a patient diagnosed with diabetes?
- Between 10-12%
- Less than 5%
- Between 7-9%
- Less than 7% (correct)
Which of the following is a sign of hypoglycemia?
Which of the following is a sign of hypoglycemia?
- Thirst and abdominal pain
- Flushed skin and fruity breath odor
- Deep and labored breathing
- Moist tongue and tingling sensation (correct)
How should hypoglycemia be treated if the patient is awake and alert?
How should hypoglycemia be treated if the patient is awake and alert?
- PO glucose (correct)
- Intranasal glucose
- Glucagon injection
- IV glucose
Which of the following is a symptom of hyperglycemia?
Which of the following is a symptom of hyperglycemia?
What is one possible complication of administering IV glucose for hypoglycemia?
What is one possible complication of administering IV glucose for hypoglycemia?
What are the classic symptoms associated with Diabetes Mellitus?
What are the classic symptoms associated with Diabetes Mellitus?
How often should blood glucose monitoring be done if the results are consistently high (over 250 mg/dL)?
How often should blood glucose monitoring be done if the results are consistently high (over 250 mg/dL)?
What can A1C levels indicate about a person's glucose control?
What can A1C levels indicate about a person's glucose control?
Which symptoms are associated with peripheral neuropathy in Diabetes Mellitus?
Which symptoms are associated with peripheral neuropathy in Diabetes Mellitus?
What percentage of carbohydrates should be included in the diet for a person with Diabetes Mellitus?
What percentage of carbohydrates should be included in the diet for a person with Diabetes Mellitus?
Which condition is NOT a long-term complication associated with Diabetes Mellitus?
Which condition is NOT a long-term complication associated with Diabetes Mellitus?
What is the primary mechanism of action of sulfonylureas in managing diabetes?
What is the primary mechanism of action of sulfonylureas in managing diabetes?
Why should caution be used when prescribing sulfonylureas to elderly patients?
Why should caution be used when prescribing sulfonylureas to elderly patients?
What is the main caution associated with the use of metformin in diabetes management?
What is the main caution associated with the use of metformin in diabetes management?
Why should thiazolidinediones be avoided in patients with heart failure or renal disease?
Why should thiazolidinediones be avoided in patients with heart failure or renal disease?
In which group of patients should metformin be temporarily discontinued?
In which group of patients should metformin be temporarily discontinued?
Which group of medications is considered the first line of defense for managing diabetes?
Which group of medications is considered the first line of defense for managing diabetes?
What is the primary function of Mucosal Protective Agents like Sucralfate (Carafate)?
What is the primary function of Mucosal Protective Agents like Sucralfate (Carafate)?
In the context of PUD treatment, what is the significance of not giving antacids within 1 or 2 hours of taking PPI/H2 medications?
In the context of PUD treatment, what is the significance of not giving antacids within 1 or 2 hours of taking PPI/H2 medications?
If a patient with PUD is on a triple therapy regimen, what does this typically involve?
If a patient with PUD is on a triple therapy regimen, what does this typically involve?
What is a common symptom of Hematemesis?
What is a common symptom of Hematemesis?
What is a key health promotion strategy to manage Peptic Ulcer Disease?
What is a key health promotion strategy to manage Peptic Ulcer Disease?
Which age group has a higher prevalence of duodenal ulcers according to the text?
Which age group has a higher prevalence of duodenal ulcers according to the text?
What is the most common type of gallstones?
What is the most common type of gallstones?
Why can obesity increase the risk of developing gallstones?
Why can obesity increase the risk of developing gallstones?
Which hormone is known to increase the risk of cholesterol stones due to its effect on the liver?
Which hormone is known to increase the risk of cholesterol stones due to its effect on the liver?
What is the role of bilirubin in the development of gallstones?
What is the role of bilirubin in the development of gallstones?
How do rapid weight changes like sudden weight loss or gain affect the gallbladder?
How do rapid weight changes like sudden weight loss or gain affect the gallbladder?
Who is most likely to develop gallstones based on demographic factors?
Who is most likely to develop gallstones based on demographic factors?
