QMA Insulin Understanding Diabetes and Insulin 3

Question 1

Which symptom is most commonly associated with hyperglycemia?

Accepted Answer

Increased urination and thirst

Answer

High blood glucose causes the kidneys to excrete excess glucose in urine, pulling water with it and leading to polyuria and polydipsia.

Question 2

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) occurs most commonly in which type of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Type 1 diabetes

Answer

DKA is most common in Type 1 diabetes because the complete absence of insulin forces the body to break down fat for fuel, producing ketones.

Question 3

Which finding would indicate a resident is experiencing hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

Diaphoresis and confusion

Answer

Diaphoresis (sweating) and confusion are classic signs of hypoglycemia caused by the brain and body being deprived of glucose.

Question 4

The 'rule of 15' for treating mild hypoglycemia recommends which action?

Accepted Answer

Give 15 grams of fast-acting carbs and recheck blood sugar in 15 minutes

Answer

The rule of 15 involves giving 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate and rechecking blood glucose after 15 minutes to guide further treatment.

Question 5

What is the primary danger of uncontrolled hyperglycemia over time?

Accepted Answer

Damage to blood vessels and nerves leading to complications

Answer

Chronic high blood glucose damages small and large blood vessels and nerves, causing complications such as retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy.

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