Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes 2

Question 1

Which autoantibody is most commonly tested to confirm autoimmune destruction of beta cells in Type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

GAD65 antibody

Answer

GAD65 (glutamic acid decarboxylase) antibodies are the most commonly detected autoantibodies in Type 1 diabetes and are used to confirm autoimmune beta-cell destruction.

Question 2

A child with Type 1 diabetes has a blood glucose of 55 mg/dL and is conscious. What is the first action?

Accepted Answer

Give 15g of fast-acting carbohydrates orally

Answer

The 15-15 rule states: give 15g of fast-acting carbs, wait 15 minutes, recheck; oral treatment is first-line for a conscious patient.

Question 3

What is the target HbA1c level recommended by the ADA for most non-pregnant adults with Type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Below 7.0%

Answer

The ADA recommends an HbA1c below 7.0% for most non-pregnant adults with Type 1 diabetes to reduce microvascular complications.

Question 4

Which type of insulin is typically used as the basal component in a basal-bolus regimen for Type 1 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Insulin glargine

Answer

Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin analog with a flat, peakless profile used as basal coverage in Type 1 diabetes management.

Question 5

The Somogyi effect in Type 1 diabetes refers to what phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Rebound hyperglycemia following nocturnal hypoglycemia

Answer

The Somogyi effect is rebound hyperglycemia that occurs in the morning as a counter-regulatory response to nocturnal hypoglycemia.

Diabetes Practice Test

Diabetes Practice Test

Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes 2