DM MCQ PDF

2\. \*\*What is the target A1C level recommended for most adults with diabetes?\*\* \- A) \< 6.0% \- B) \< 7.0% \- C) \< 8.0% \- D) \< 9.0% \*\*Answer:\*\* B) \< 7.0% \#\#\# Page 13: Medical Management 1\. \*\*Which class of medications is considered the first-line treatment for Type 2 Diabet...

2\. \*\*What is the target A1C level recommended for most adults with diabetes?\*\* \- A) \< 6.0% \- B) \< 7.0% \- C) \< 8.0% \- D) \< 9.0% \*\*Answer:\*\* B) \< 7.0% \#\#\# Page 13: Medical Management 1\. \*\*Which class of medications is considered the first-line treatment for Type 2 Diabetes?\*\* \- A) Sulfonylureas \- B) Thiazolidinediones \- C) Metformin \- D) Insulin \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Metformin 2\. \*\*What is the role of C-peptide measurement in distinguishing between T1DM and T2DM?\*\* \- A) It measures insulin resistance. \- B) It indicates the level of endogenous insulin production. \- C) It assesses blood glucose levels. \- D) It determines the need for insulin therapy. \*\*Answer:\*\* B) It indicates the level of endogenous insulin production. \#\#\# Page 14: Medications - Oral Agents 1\. \*\*Which of the following statements is true regarding Metformin?\*\* \- A) It causes significant weight gain. \- B) It decreases hepatic glucose production. \- C) It is not associated with hypoglycemia. \- D) It must be taken with insulin. \*\*Answer:\*\* B) It decreases hepatic glucose production. 2\. \*\*What is a potential side effect of Sulfonylureas?\*\* \- A) Weight loss \- B) Hypoglycemia \- C) Gastrointestinal disturbances \- D) Insulin resistance \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Hypoglycemia \#\#\# Page 15: Medications - Insulin 1\. \*\*What type of diabetes requires exogenous insulin for management?\*\* \- A) Type 2 Diabetes only \- B) Type 1 Diabetes only \- C) Both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes \- D) Prediabetes \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Type 1 Diabetes only 2\. \*\*Which characteristic of insulin refers to how quickly it begins to work?\*\* \- A) Duration of action \- B) Peak action \- C) Onset of action \- D) Half-life \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Onset of action \#\#\# Page 16: Nutrition Management 1\. \*\*What is the primary focus of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for diabetes?\*\* \- A) High carbohydrate intake \- B) Energy balance and glycemic control \- C) Elimination of all sugars \- D) Increase in protein intake \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Energy balance and glycemic control 2\. \*\*Which eating pattern is associated with a lower incidence of diabetes?\*\* \- A) High-protein diet \- B) Mediterranean-style diet \- C) Ketogenic diet \- D) Low-fat diet \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Mediterranean-style diet \#\#\# Page 17: Physical Activity 1\. \*\*How much moderate-intensity aerobic activity is recommended per week for adults with diabetes?\*\* \- A) 30 minutes \- B) 150 minutes \- C) 300 minutes \- D) 60 minutes \*\*Answer:\*\* B) 150 minutes 2\. \*\*What type of exercise is recommended for improving insulin sensitivity in individuals with T2DM?\*\* \- A) Resistance training only \- B) Aerobic exercise only \- C) A combination of aerobic and resistance exercises \- D) Sedentary lifestyle \*\*Answer:\*\* C) A combination of aerobic and resistance exercises \#\#\# Page 18: Bariatric Surgery 1\. \*\*For which group of patients is bariatric surgery considered?\*\* \- A) Patients with a BMI \< 30 kg/m² \- B) Patients with Type 1 Diabetes only \- C) Severely obese patients with T2DM \- D) Patients with gestational diabetes \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Severely obese patients with T2DM 2\. \*\*What is a potential benefit of bariatric surgery for diabetic patients?\*\* \- A) Immediate insulin dependence \- B) Increase in medication needs \- C) Improvement in glycemic control \- D) Decrease in physical activity \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Improvement in glycemic control \#\#\# Page 19: Micro and Macro Nutrients 1\. \*\*What is the recommended daily fiber intake for individuals with diabetes?\*\* \- A) 10-15 grams \- B) 25-38 grams \- C) 40-50 grams \- D) 5-10 grams \*\*Answer:\*\* B) 25-38 grams 2\. \*\*Which micronutrient has not shown clear benefits for individuals with diabetes without deficiencies?\*\* \- A) Vitamin D \- B) Zinc \- C) Multivitamins \- D) Calcium \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Multivitamins