Diabetes Quiz

What is the primary cause of Type 1 Diabetes?

• Overproduction of insulin

• Insulin resistance

• Insufficient production of insulin by the pancreas

• High sugar intake

Which type of diabetes is more common in cats due to obesity?

• Type 1 Diabetes

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Gestational Diabetes

• None of the above

What symptom is NOT listed as a common indicator of diabetes?

• Lethargy

• Polyphagia

• Frequent headaches

• Polyuria

Which condition makes controlling diabetes particularly challenging?

• Obesity

• Cushing's disease

• Pancreatitis

• Hypoglycemia

What happens to glucose in the body when insulin resistance occurs?

• Glucose is excessively absorbed by cells

• Glucose is not accepted by the cells and remains in the bloodstream

• Glucose production in the pancreas stops

• Glucose is converted entirely into fat

Which lab test is not typically performed to diagnose diabetes in pets?

• CBC

• Chemistry Panel

• Urinalysis

• Echocardiogram

What can excessive levels of glucose in pets indicate?

• Kidney disease

• Pancreatitis

• Ketoacidosis

• All of the above

How often are glucose curves typically collected from diabetic pets?

• Every 2-4 hours

• Once a day

• Once a week

• Every 12 hours

What is the primary purpose of using IV fluids in the initial treatment of diabetic pets?

• To correct behavioral issues

• To stabilize the patient

• To train the pet

• To enhance fur quality

How is insulin typically measured for home treatment?

• In milliliters (mL)

• In units using a tuberculin syringe

• In grams

• In cubic centimeters (CC's)