Screening and Management of Noncommunicable Diseases Quiz
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What is the main pathophysiology of Type II diabetes?

  • Decreased glucose absorption
  • Beta-cell destruction (correct)
  • Insulin overproduction
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Which type of diabetes is characterized by a 50% loss of B cells?

  • Type 2 diabetes (correct)
  • Other rare genetic forms
  • Gestational diabetes
  • Type 1 diabetes
  • What is a common complication associated with Type II diabetes?

  • Peripheral neuropathy (correct)
  • Thyroid dysfunction
  • Osteoporosis
  • Asthma
  • What is a cornerstone for chronic diseases according to the text?

    <p>Obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the criteria for the diagnosis of diabetes according to ADA?

    <p>Fasting plasma glucose levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of Diabetes Mellitus as described in the text?

    <p>It is a chronic metabolic disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does type 2 diabetes usually occur according to the text?

    <p>Primarily in older adults</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when type 2 diabetes is diagnosed?

    <p>B cells are lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to serious damage caused by Diabetes Mellitus over time?

    <p>Elevated levels of blood glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has happened to the prevalence of type 2 diabetes in the past 3 decades according to the text?

    <p>It has risen dramatically in countries of all income levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

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