Type 2 Diabetes Management Study
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What is the primary objective of diabetes treatment?

  • To reach and maintain a certain level of glycemic control to prevent long-term complications (correct)
  • To individualize insulin therapy for type 2 diabetics
  • To reduce the risk of hypoglycemia
  • To differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes in the elderly

    • What is the significance of medical history in individualizing insulin therapy for type 2 diabetics?

  • It helps in understanding previous glycemic control and predicting future patterns (correct)
  • It is necessary to clarify the diagnosis of type 1 diabetes
  • It is used to assess the risk of renal or liver impairment
  • It is used to determine the ideal HbA1c level

    • What is the impact of diabetes-related complications on patient self-management?

  • They only affect the treatment of type 1 diabetes
  • They have no impact on patient self-management
  • They are only relevant in patients with moderate to high HbA1c levels
  • They significantly influence the choice and doses of medication (correct)

    • What is the purpose of assessing the current level of glycemic control in diabetes treatment?

    <p>To prevent long-term microvascular and macrovascular complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general aim of achieving a certain HbA1c level in diabetes treatment?

    <p>To prevent long-term microvascular and macrovascular complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of renal or liver impairment in diabetes treatment?

    <p>It affects the metabolism and excretion of drugs, leading to a higher risk of hypoglycemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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