DM MCQ PDF

\#\#\# Page 3: Categories of Glucose Intolerance 1\. \*\*Which of the following is NOT a category of glucose intolerance?\*\* \- A) Prediabetes \- B) Type 1 Diabetes \- C) Type 3 Diabetes \- D) Gestational Diabetes Mellitus \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Type 3 Diabetes 2\. \*\*What is the HbA1c percenta...

\#\#\# Page 3: Categories of Glucose Intolerance 1\. \*\*Which of the following is NOT a category of glucose intolerance?\*\* \- A) Prediabetes \- B) Type 1 Diabetes \- C) Type 3 Diabetes \- D) Gestational Diabetes Mellitus \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Type 3 Diabetes 2\. \*\*What is the HbA1c percentage that indicates diabetes?\*\* \- A) \< 5.7% \- B) 5.7 -- 6.4% \- C) ≥ 6.5% \- D) 6.0 -- 6.4% \*\*Answer:\*\* C) ≥ 6.5% \#\#\# Page 4: Screening and Diagnostic Criteria 1\. \*\*Which of the following is a risk factor for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?\*\* \- A) Regular physical activity \- B) Family history of diabetes \- C) Low blood pressure \- D) High levels of HDL cholesterol \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Family history of diabetes 2\. \*\*At what age should adults without risk factors begin screening for diabetes?\*\* \- A) 30 years \- B) 45 years \- C) 50 years \- D) 60 years \*\*Answer:\*\* B) 45 years \#\#\# Page 5: Management of Prediabetes 1\. \*\*What is the primary medication recommended for the prevention of diabetes in prediabetic individuals?\*\* \- A) Insulin \- B) Metformin \- C) Sulfonylureas \- D) Thiazolidinediones \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Metformin 2\. \*\*Which lifestyle change is recommended to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes?\*\* \- A) Decrease physical activity \- B) Increase sedentary behavior \- C) Moderate-intensity aerobic exercise \- D) High-fat diet \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Moderate-intensity aerobic exercise \#\#\# Page 6: Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM) 1\. \*\*What is the primary defect in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?\*\* \- A) Insulin resistance \- B) Beta-cell destruction \- C) Excess insulin production \- D) High blood pressure \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Beta-cell destruction 2\. \*\*Which of the following symptoms is associated with Type 1 Diabetes?\*\* \- A) Weight gain \- B) Polydipsia \- C) Low blood sugar \- D) Hypertension \*\*Answer:\*\* B) Polydipsia \#\#\# Page 7: Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) 1\. \*\*Which of the following statements about Type 2 Diabetes is true?\*\* \- A) It accounts for 5-10% of all diabetes cases. \- B) It is characterized solely by insulin deficiency. \- C) Most individuals with T2DM are obese. \- D) It cannot develop in children. \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Most individuals with T2DM are obese. 2\. \*\*What is a common treatment option for Type 2 Diabetes?\*\* \- A) Oral medications only \- B) Insulin therapy only \- C) Lifestyle changes and oral medications \- D) Diet therapy only \*\*Answer:\*\* C) Lifestyle changes and oral medications \#\#\# Page 8: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus 1\. \*\*What is the recommended screening time for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)?\*\* \- A) At the first prenatal visit \- B) At 12 weeks of gestation \- C) At 24 to 28 weeks of gestation \- D) At delivery \*\*Answer:\*\* C) At 24 to 28 weeks of gestation 2\. \*\*What is a potential complication of untreated GDM?\*\* \- A) Macrosomia \- B) Low birth weight \- C) Hypertension \- D) Hyperthyroidism \*\*Answer:\*\* A) Macrosomia