28 Questions
Which of the following is a symptom of hyperglycaemia?
Headache
Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycaemia?
Rapid breathing
Which of the following is a potential side effect of diabetes treatment?
Hypoglycaemia
Which of the following is a symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis?
Sweet- or fruity-smelling breath
Which of the following is a symptom of diabetes?
Excessive thirst
What is a potential complication of diabetes?
Peripheral artery disease
What is a potential effect of diabetic autonomic neuropathy?
High resting heart rate
When is exercise testing before starting low- to moderate-intensity activities considered unnecessary?
When there are no CVD risk factors other than diabetes
Which hormone is released to help increase circulating blood glucose levels?
Glucagon
Which symptoms result from the release of epinephrine?
Nervousness and anxiety
What is the recommended treatment for hypoglycemia?
Consumption of approximately 15 grams of carbohydrate
What are the three categories of chronic complications associated with diabetes?
Macrovascular, microvascular, and neuropathy
Which type of diabetes is considered an autoimmune disease?
Type I immune-mediated diabetes
What is the most common form of diabetes?
Type II diabetes
What are the treatment options for type II diabetes?
Lifestyle management, including medical nutrition therapy and physical activity
What are the risk factors for developing gestational diabetes?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for diabetes?
Bariatric surgery
Which of the following is a major consideration in patients with peripheral neuropathy?
Loss of protective sensation in the feet and legs
What is the primary macrovascular disease associated with diabetes?
Coronary artery disease
What is the recommended frequency for self-monitoring of blood glucose in diabetes management?
No standard frequency
Which of the following is a characteristic of diabetes mellitus?
All of the above
Which type of diabetes is immune-mediated and accounts for approximately 5-10% of all cases?
Type I diabetes
What percentage of adults with diabetes are physically active?
39%
What is the economic burden of diabetes primarily attributable to?
Long-term complications and hospitalizations
Which of the following is recommended for patients with cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy before starting an exercise program?
An exercise stress test and Physician approval
What activities are not advised for individuals with severe non-proliferative or proliferative diabetic retinopathy?
All of the above
Why should strenuous exercises be discouraged in individuals with diabetic nephropathy?
They can elevate blood pressure
What factors should be carefully evaluated in developing an exercise prescription for patients with diabetes?
All of the above
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