Certified Diabetes Educator Test Clinical Assessment Flashcards
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What HbA1c level is the general target for most non-pregnant adults with diabetes according to the ADA?
Answer: Less than 7.0%
The ADA recommends an HbA1c target of less than 7.0% for most non-pregnant adults with diabetes to balance glycemic control with hypoglycemia risk.
Which fasting plasma glucose value on two separate occasions confirms a diagnosis of diabetes?
Answer: ≥126 mg/dL
A fasting plasma glucose of ≥126 mg/dL confirmed on two separate occasions meets the diagnostic criteria for diabetes per ADA and WHO guidelines.
During a comprehensive foot exam, the 10-gram Semmes-Weinstein monofilament is used to assess which function?
Answer: Protective sensation
The 10-gram monofilament tests protective sensation, identifying peripheral neuropathy that increases risk for diabetic foot ulcers.
Which lab value is the primary recommended screening marker for diabetic nephropathy?
Answer: Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio
The urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio detects early kidney damage and is the standard screening test for diabetic nephropathy.
What is the ADA-recommended blood pressure target for most adults with diabetes and hypertension?
Answer: <130/80 mmHg
The ADA recommends a blood pressure target of <130/80 mmHg for most adults with diabetes and hypertension to reduce cardiovascular risk.
How often should a lipid panel be rechecked in a patient with T2D whose values are stable and at goal?
Answer: Every 1–2 years
Once lipid values are stable and at goal, the ADA recommends reassessment every 1–2 years to monitor for changes.
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