26 Questions
What are the clinical manifestations of hypoglycemia?
Sweating, palpitations, and weakness
What is the primary difference between fasting hypoglycemia and reactive hypoglycemia?
Underlying causes
Which is a recommended medical treatment for reactive hypoglycemia?
Anticholinergic agents
What type of carbohydrates are suggested as part of nutrition therapy for reactive hypoglycemia?
Complex carbohydrates
In the context of hypoglycemia, what is 'neuroglycompenia'?
Impairment of brain function due to low glucose levels
What type of intervention is recommended for reactive hypoglycemia?
Consuming small frequent meals
What is one of the acute risks of exercise that individuals with diabetes should be aware of?
Hyperglycemia
In the context of diabetes, what is the Dawn phenomenon characterized by?
Hyperglycemia between 5 am and 9 am
What is a life-threatening complication of diabetes characterized by severe hyperglycemia?
Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS)
During short-term illnesses, what should nutritional interventions provide diabetic patients with?
List of carbohydrate-containing foods that are easy to digest
What is the mortality rate of Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS) compared to Diabetic Ketoacidosis?
Higher
What nutritional implication is associated with the risk of hypoglycemia during exercise?
Monitoring blood glucose before and after exercise
What is the fundamental aspect of glycemic control in diabetes management?
Glycated hemoglobin assays
Which activity has a positive impact on metabolic abnormalities in Type 2 Diabetic Nephropathy?
Regular physical activity
'Exchange plan' refers to what alternative name used for meal planning in diabetes since 1950?
'Food Lists'
'Cardiovascular disease' is considered one of the long-term complications of what condition?
'Hyperglycemia'
Which of the following is NOT a role of insulin in metabolism?
Promotes glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis
What is the primary cellular effect of insulin deficiency in type 1 diabetes mellitus?
Enhanced lipolysis
Which hormone plays a crucial role in promoting glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, and lipolysis when blood glucose levels fall?
Glucagon
In type 2 diabetes mellitus, what is the primary cause of metabolic abnormalities leading to relative insulin deficiency?
Abnormal insulin secretion and resistance
What is the hallmark symptom associated with Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS)?
Severe dehydration
Which of the following best describes the pathophysiology of Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS)?
Marked increase in blood osmolarity
What is the primary benefit of regular physical activity for individuals with diabetes?
Improved cardiovascular health
Which of the following is a common acute complication associated with insulin therapy?
Hypoglycemia
How do short-term illnesses impact glycemic control in individuals with diabetes?
They can cause hyperglycemia due to increased stress hormones.
What are nutritional implications associated with physical activity for individuals with diabetes?
Adjustment in carbohydrate intake to prevent blood sugar fluctuations.
This quiz covers the topics of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Hypoglycemia, including definitions, etiology, pathophysiology, and clinical manifestations. The content is sourced from the Nutrition in Life Span course by Cengage Learning 2016.
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