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Lifestyle Management & Patient Education Flashcards

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  1. A patient with well-controlled T2DM is planning a long-haul international flight. The MOST important pre-travel counseling point regarding medications is:

    Answer: Carry all diabetes supplies in carry-on luggage with a letter from the prescribing provider

    All diabetes supplies must be in carry-on luggage (not checked bags) and a provider letter facilitates security screening and medication access.

  2. Which dietary pattern has the MOST evidence for cardiovascular risk reduction in patients with T2DM?

    Answer: Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, vegetables, nuts, and fish

    The Mediterranean diet has the strongest evidence base for reducing cardiovascular events, improving glycemic control, and reducing mortality in T2DM.

  3. A patient on SGLT-2 inhibitors asks if they can participate in a 3-day juice cleanse. The MOST important risk to address is:

    Answer: Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis risk is increased with carbohydrate restriction on SGLT-2 inhibitors

    SGLT-2 inhibitors increase ketone production, and carbohydrate restriction further elevates this risk, making euglycemic DKA a serious concern.

  4. When using the 'plate method' for meal planning education, what proportion of the plate should be filled with non-starchy vegetables?

    Answer: One half of the plate

    The plate method recommends filling half the plate with non-starchy vegetables, one quarter with lean protein, and one quarter with carbohydrate foods.

  5. A newly diagnosed T2DM patient is overwhelmed and says 'I can't do all of this.' The MOST therapeutic initial response is:

    Answer: Acknowledge the patient's feelings and collaboratively identify one small, achievable change to start

    Validating emotional responses and using collaborative goal-setting to identify small, achievable steps reduces overwhelm and builds self-efficacy.

  6. Which statement BEST describes the role of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data in lifestyle coaching?

    Answer: CGM data can reveal postprandial glucose patterns that guide personalized dietary and activity modifications

    Real-time CGM data enables patients to observe direct relationships between specific foods, activities, and glucose responses, enabling personalized lifestyle adjustments.

  7. A patient with T2DM reports high stress levels from work and poor sleep. Which physiological effect is MOST relevant to explain to the patient?

    Answer: Poor sleep and stress elevate cortisol and catecholamines, increasing insulin resistance and glucose levels

    Chronic stress and poor sleep elevate cortisol and catecholamines, which promote gluconeogenesis and insulin resistance, worsening glycemic control.