Quiz Topic: Diabetes Mellitus.
Quiz Questions: 40
Quiz Duration: 40 minutes
1.
What do Sulfonylureas bind strongly to in the bloodstream?
2.
Which of the following is a potential complication of uncontrolled diabetes that can lead to a state of unconsciousness?
3.
Insulin resistance is a key feature of which type of diabetes?
4.
Can Sulfonylureas be safely used with Metformin or glitazones in the treatment of diabetes?
5.
What is the primary risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes?
6.
What is the term for a chronic complication of Type 2 Diabetes that affects the small blood vessels in the eyes, leading to vision problems?
7.
Which type of diabetes is often diagnosed during pregnancy and may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life?
8.
What is the primary role of Sulfonylureas in managing diabetes?
9.
Which human leukocyte antigen (HLA) types are associated with an increased risk of developing Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus?
10.
What initiates a series of reactions involved in glucose metabolism in normal conditions?
11.
What is the term for the excessive loss of fluids and electrolytes due to the appearance of glucose in the urine?
12.
What role does physical activity play in managing Type 2 Diabetes?
13.
What is the normal range for HbA1C (A1C) levels?
14.
Which of the following antibodies is often present in individuals with Type 1 diabetes?
15.
What is the primary mechanism of action of Biguanides, such as Metformin?
16.
What is the recommended target for HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) in the management of Type 2 Diabetes?
17.
Which type of diabetes is characterized by an autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas?
18.
At what age is Type 1 diabetes commonly diagnosed?
19.
Which class of medications is commonly prescribed to improve insulin sensitivity in Type 2 Diabetes?
20.
Which hormone is deficient in individuals with type 1 diabetes?
21.
What is the initial approach to managing type 2 diabetes?
22.
What is a notable characteristic of Metformin regarding weight?
23.
What is the end product of fat breakdown that occurs due to insulin deficiency in Type 1 Diabetes?
24.
What skin-related issue is often seen in individuals with Type 2 Diabetes?
25.
What is the renal threshold for glucose concentration that, when exceeded, results in glucosuria?
26.
Why are the "second-generation" Sulfonylureas preferred over the first generation?
27.
What does OGTT stand for in the context of diabetes diagnosis?
28.
Which of the following viruses is associated with an increased risk of Type 1 Diabetes?
29.
What may improve blood glucose levels in Type 2 Diabetes if dietary modification and exercise are unsuccessful?
30.
What is the term for a temporary condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes?
31.
When is Metformin generally prescribed in the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
32.
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for developing Type 1 diabetes?
33.
Which condition may result from the excessive accumulation of ketone bodies, causing abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hyperventilation, and a fruity breath odor?
34.
What are the classic symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes?
35.
What is the typical treatment for Type 1 diabetes?
36.
What is the estimated percentage of all diabetes cases that are attributed to Type 1 Diabetes?
37.
Which laboratory test is commonly used to assess long-term glucose control in type 2 diabetes?
38.
In Type 1 Diabetes, insulin deficiency leads to an increase in:
39.
What physiological process is inhibited by insulin to prevent the breakdown of stored glucose and gluconeogenesis?
40.
What factors are believed to contribute to beta cell destruction in Type 1 Diabetes?