Question 1

An estimated ____ percent of adults meet the criteria for metabolic syndrome in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) 6 
B) 12 
C) 23 
D) 34 
A) 6 
B) 12 
C) 23 
D) 34

Question 2

Match between columns
                        Premises: the condition of having an abnormally large body

Accepted Answer

The Answer of polyuria and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome and metabolic is...

Question 3

Match between columns
                        Premises: hemoglobin molecules with glucose attached; used to evaluate long-term glycemic control

Accepted Answer

The Answer of type 1 diabetes and polyphagia and prediabetes is...

Question 4

Symptoms of hypoglycemia include ____.

Accepted Answer

A) confusion and slurred speech 
B) increased thirst and polyuria 
C) acetone breath 
D) warm, flushed skin 
A) confusion and slurred speech 
B) increased thirst and polyuria 
C) acetone breath 
D) warm, flushed skin

Question 5

Hector Martinez is a 70-year-old Hispanic man recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He is having difficulty understanding the exchange system and has limited financial resources. Which strategy is most likely to help him control his diabetes?

Accepted Answer

A) Emphasize how important it is to follow only the exchange list. 
B) Try an alternate diet approach that might be more successful. 
C) Give him a printed exchange list of traditional Hispanic foods. 
D) Encourage him to join a spa and exercise. 
A) Emphasize how important it is to follow only the exchange list. 
B) Try an alternate diet approach that might be more successful. 
C) Give him a printed exchange list of traditional Hispanic foods. 
D) Encourage him to join a spa and exercise.

Question 6

What dietary recommendation is advised for individuals with hypertriglyceridemia? ​

Accepted Answer

A) ​R educe intake of added sugars and refined grain products. 
B) ​D ecrease sodium intake and improve intake of dairy products. 
C) ​E liminate polyunsaturated fatty acids in the diet. 
D) ​R educe kcalorie intake by 45 percent daily. 
A) ​R educe intake of added sugars and refined grain products. 
B) ​D ecrease sodium intake and improve intake of dairy products. 
C) ​E liminate polyunsaturated fatty acids in the diet. 
D) ​R educe kcalorie intake by 45 percent daily.

Question 7

About ____ percent of persons with diabetes are unaware that they have it.

Accepted Answer

A) 7 
B) 17 
C) 28 
D) 37 
A) 7 
B) 17 
C) 28 
D) 37

Question 8

Ruth Ann Glebowski is an active 68 year old. She has a past medical history of gestational diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, and depression. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. She has an appointment with her physician for her annual check-up. What can Ruth Ann do to help control her blood glucose?

Accepted Answer

A) lose weight 
B) try a low-carbohydrate diet 
C) take chromium supplements 
D) start glucagon injections 
A) lose weight 
B) try a low-carbohydrate diet 
C) take chromium supplements 
D) start glucagon injections

Question 9

What intervention is most appropriate as part of sick-day management of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

A) Discontinue all antidiabetic medications and insulin. 
B) Measure blood glucose and urine ketones once a day. 
C) Discontinue antidiabetic drugs and only use insulin. 
D) Consume the usual diet, if possible. 
A) Discontinue all antidiabetic medications and insulin. 
B) Measure blood glucose and urine ketones once a day. 
C) Discontinue antidiabetic drugs and only use insulin. 
D) Consume the usual diet, if possible.

Question 10

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include blood pressure of ____ mm Hg or higher.

Accepted Answer

A) 110/80 
B) 130/85 
C) 150/90 
D) 170/95 
A) 110/80 
B) 130/85 
C) 150/90 
D) 170/95

Question 11

Which condition is a microvascular complication of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

A) peripheral vascular disease 
B) diabetic retinopathy 
C) intermittent claudication 
D) hypertriglyceridemia 
A) peripheral vascular disease 
B) diabetic retinopathy 
C) intermittent claudication 
D) hypertriglyceridemia

Question 12

Illustrate the acute complications of uncontrolled diabetes.

Accepted Answer

A severe lack of insulin causes diabetic

Question 13

Describe the different methods of insulin delivery available to people with diabetes. ​

Accepted Answer

Insulin is most often administered by su

Question 14

Match between columns
                        Premises: excessive urine production

Accepted Answer

The Answer of hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome and diabetes mellitus and is...

Question 15

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include HDL levels of less than ____ mg/dL in men.

Accepted Answer

A) 30 
B) 35 
C) 40 
D) 50 
A) 30 
B) 35 
C) 40 
D) 50

Question 16

A blood glucose level between 100 and 125 mg/dL after an 8-hour fast would be classified as ____.

Accepted Answer

A) impaired fasting glucose 
B) hypoglycemia 
C) impaired glucose tolerance 
D) normal 
A) impaired fasting glucose 
B) hypoglycemia 
C) impaired glucose tolerance 
D) normal

Question 17

Approximately ____ percent of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes benefit from insulin therapy.

Accepted Answer

A) 20 
B) 30 
C) 50 
D) 75 
A) 20 
B) 30 
C) 50 
D) 75

Question 18

Describe the variations in insulin preparations available for the treatment of diabetes. ​

Accepted Answer

T he forms of insulin that are commercia

Question 19

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include waist circumference of greater than ____ inches in women.

Accepted Answer

A) 33 
B) 35 
C) 38 
D) 40 
A) 33 
B) 35 
C) 38 
D) 40

Question 20

Women with gestational diabetes are at greater risk of which condition later in life?

Accepted Answer

A) obesity 
B) type 2 diabetes 
C) metabolic syndrome 
D) chronic kidney disease 
A) obesity 
B) type 2 diabetes 
C) metabolic syndrome 
D) chronic kidney disease

Exam 26: Diabetes Mellitus

An estimated ____ percent of adults meet the criteria for metabolic syndrome in the United States.

Symptoms of hypoglycemia include ____.

Hector Martinez is a 70-year-old Hispanic man recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He is having difficulty understanding the exchange system and has limited financial resources. Which strategy is most likely to help him control his diabetes?

What dietary recommendation is advised for individuals with hypertriglyceridemia? ​

About ____ percent of persons with diabetes are unaware that they have it.

What intervention is most appropriate as part of sick-day management of diabetes?

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include blood pressure of ____ mm Hg or higher.

Which condition is a microvascular complication of diabetes?

Illustrate the acute complications of uncontrolled diabetes.

Describe the different methods of insulin delivery available to people with diabetes. ​

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include HDL levels of less than ____ mg/dL in men.

A blood glucose level between 100 and 125 mg/dL after an 8-hour fast would be classified as ____.

Approximately ____ percent of people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes benefit from insulin therapy.

Describe the variations in insulin preparations available for the treatment of diabetes. ​

Diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome include waist circumference of greater than ____ inches in women.

Women with gestational diabetes are at greater risk of which condition later in life?

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products

Enteral Nutrition Support

Parenteral Nutrition Support

Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Liver Disease and Gallstones

Cardiovascular Diseases

Kidney Diseases

Cancer and Hiv Infection

Filters

What dietary recommendation is advised for individuals with hypertriglyceridemia?

Describe the different methods of insulin delivery available to people with diabetes.

Describe the variations in insulin preparations available for the treatment of diabetes.