Diabetic Care Quiz

Which of the following is a major risk factor for Type 2 diabetes?

• Obesity

• High blood pressure

• Physical inactivity

• All of the above

What is the main difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

• Type 1 diabetes is insulin resistance; Type 2 is autoimmune

• Type 1 is insulin-dependent; Type 2 is often managed with lifestyle changes

• Type 1 is more common in adults, while Type 2 is in children

• Type 1 is caused by a high-fat diet; Type 2 is genetic

Which of the following is the role of the nurse in managing a diabetic patient's care?

• Administering insulin only

• Educating the patient about diabetes management and self-care

• Prescribing medications

• Performing surgery to treat complications

Which of the following is considered a critical component of diabetes education?

• Restricting all carbohydrates

• Teaching the patient about blood sugar monitoring

• Avoiding any physical activity

• Promoting a high-protein diet

Which of the following is a common symptom of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

• Unexplained weight gain

• Excessive thirst and frequent urination

• Sudden vision improvement

• Low blood pressure

What is the target blood sugar range for a diabetic patient before meals?

• 70-130 mg/dL

• 100-180 mg/dL

• 140-200 mg/dL

• 150-250 mg/dL

Which of the following lifestyle changes is most recommended for Type 2 diabetes prevention?

• Increasing sugar intake

• Decreasing physical activity

• Losing weight and increasing physical activity

• Using more salt in cooking

What is the purpose of insulin therapy in Type 1 diabetes?

• To stimulate the production of insulin

• To reduce the body's sensitivity to insulin

• To replace the insulin that the body cannot produce

• To prevent high blood pressure

Which of the following can be a long-term complication of poorly managed diabetes?

• Increased risk of infections

• Diabetic retinopathy

• Kidney disease

• All of the above

What is the primary goal of diabetes self-management education (DSME)?

• To eliminate the need for medications

• To promote effective self-care and improve quality of life

• To teach the patient to avoid all carbohydrates

• To prepare for insulin injections