Pediatric Diabetes Management Quiz

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What was the percentage risk reduction of sustained progression in the group that received intensive therapy?

39%

76% (correct)

47%

54%

At what age or time frame should annual eye assessments begin for individuals diagnosed with diabetes?

From the age of 2

When vision problems arise

At the age of 10

From puberty or 5 years after diagnosis (correct)

What is the percentage of risk reduction for proteinuria according to the combined cohorts?

76%

54% (correct)

60%

39%

Which of the following was identified as a dietary issue for toddlers with diabetes?

Inconsistent food intake Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge for school-aged children aged 5-9 concerning diabetes management?

Not eating snacks/lunches Signup and view all the answers

What is the main finding of the study comparing low-dose vs standard-dose insulin in pediatric diabetic ketoacidosis?

Low-dose insulin may reduce treatment-related side effects. Signup and view all the answers

Which document outlines a model of care for children and young people with type 1 diabetes in Ireland?

Model of Care for Young People with Type 1 Diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What does the Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes Resource Pack provide information on?

Management resources for patients and families Signup and view all the answers

What technology is mentioned as playing a role in pediatric diabetes management?

Automated subcutaneous therapy devices Signup and view all the answers

What type of trial is reported in the study by Nallasamy et al. regarding insulin dosage in pediatric diabetic ketoacidosis?

Randomized clinical trial Signup and view all the answers

Which year was the publication on outpatient management of pediatric type 1 diabetes released?

2015 Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the meeting regarding care needs of primary school children with diabetes?

Integrating diabetes management in educational settings Signup and view all the answers

How does the study published in the Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics contribute to pediatric diabetes management?

It provides outpatient management strategies. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common factor that impedes good control in childhood regarding insulin management?

Insulin deficiency Signup and view all the answers

What psychosocial issue might adolescents face in relation to chronic diseases?

Feelings of being judged Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a parental fear associated with their child’s chronic illness?

Fear of hypoglycaemia Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of treatment can contribute to family breakdown when a child has a chronic disease?

Interference with normal lifestyle Signup and view all the answers

What behavior is common among adolescents during their developmental phase?

Negotiating self-control and independence Signup and view all the answers

What may compound a child’s feelings of being different from peers?

Chronic disease management Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is likely to create difficulties for parents of children with chronic conditions?

Limited strategies for coping with stress Signup and view all the answers

Which is a behavioral problem associated with children and adolescents living with chronic conditions?

Conflict arising from psychosocial difficulties Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Type 1 diabetes in children?

Autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following blood glucose criteria indicates a diagnosis of diabetes?

Random plasma glucose of 11.1mmols/L or higher Signup and view all the answers

Which ethnic background is considered at high risk for Type 2 diabetes in children?

Hispanic or Latino Signup and view all the answers

What is a common clinical symptom of poorly managed diabetes?

Weight loss Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of suboptimal diabetes management?

Irreversible long-term complications Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment strategy for Type 2 diabetes in children?

Lifestyle changes and medications Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions is characterized by absence of ketonuria?

Type 2 diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What is the honeymoon phase in Type 1 diabetes?

Temporary reduction in insulin requirements Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT classified as a type of diabetes?

Type 3 diabetes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of diabetes management in children?

Optimal glycaemic control Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is least connected to the development of Type 1 diabetes?

High carbohydrate intake Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the characteristics of MODY?

Has a nonketotic presentation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT)?

To determine the impact of intensive therapy on diabetic retinopathy Signup and view all the answers

In juvenile diabetes, what is typically observed in terms of insulin production?

Complete absence of insulin production Signup and view all the answers