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Which is a long-term complication of diabetes affecting the nerves?
Which is a long-term complication of diabetes affecting the nerves?
- Neuropathy (correct)
- Nephropathy
- Atherosclerosis
- Retinopathy
What is a common effect of microvascular damage in diabetes?
What is a common effect of microvascular damage in diabetes?
- Reduced risk of retinopathy
- Increased blood flow in small vessels
- Decreased risk of target organ damage
- Thickening of vessel walls (correct)
Which condition is more prone to developing due to macrovascular damage in diabetes?
Which condition is more prone to developing due to macrovascular damage in diabetes?
- Hypertension (HTN) (correct)
- Osteoporosis
- Anemia
- Hypoglycemia
What is a key recommendation to prevent long-term complications of diabetes?
What is a key recommendation to prevent long-term complications of diabetes?
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What is a common medication prescribed to manage neuropathic pain in diabetes?
What is a common medication prescribed to manage neuropathic pain in diabetes?
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What is a significant risk associated with diabetic neuropathy?
What is a significant risk associated with diabetic neuropathy?
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What is a key aspect of foot care for individuals with diabetes to prevent long-term complications?
What is a key aspect of foot care for individuals with diabetes to prevent long-term complications?
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What is necessary for individuals with type 1 diabetes?
What is necessary for individuals with type 1 diabetes?
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What is a common cause of most deaths from diabetes?
What is a common cause of most deaths from diabetes?
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What can some type 2 diabetic individuals control their diabetes with?
What can some type 2 diabetic individuals control their diabetes with?
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