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Q1. Which one of the following is not a symptom of hyperglycaemia?

a)Drowsiness. ✔ ✗

b)Nausea. ✔ ✗

c)Chest pain. ✔ ✗

d)Increased thirst. ✔ ✗

Q2. In diabetes, which of these organs in the body are more commonly at increased risk of being damaged after a period of months to years?

a)The lungs. ✔ ✗

b)The eyes. ✔ ✗

c)The spleen. ✔ ✗

d)The liver. ✔ ✗

Q3. Which one of the following statements is true?

a)The presence of ketones suggests increased insulin production. ✔ ✗

b)The presence of ketones suggests reduced insulin production. ✔ ✗

c)Ketones are produced as a breakdown product of glycogen. ✔ ✗

d)The presence of ketones in type 1 diabetes suggests good glucose control. ✔ ✗

Q4. Which one of the following statements is true?

a)Twice daily mixed insulin given before breakfast and bedtime can provide safe and effective 24 hour glucose control. ✔ ✗

b)Using rapid acting insulin means that mealtimes must be the same every day. ✔ ✗

c)In type 1 diabetes there is a constant release of insulin to keep blood glucose levels stable. ✔ ✗

d)The use of twice daily mixed insulin would be most effective if breakfast and dinner were eaten at a similar time each day. ✔ ✗

Q5. Which one of the following statements is true?

a)In type 2 diabetes, insulin treatment should be commenced as soon as the diagnosis is made. ✔ ✗

b)In type 2 diabetes, there are tablets available that can reduce hepatic gluconeogenesis. ✔ ✗

c)Glucose control cannot be helped by reducing unhealthy dietary choices or increasing physical activity. ✔ ✗

d)In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas is likely to produce sufficient insulin indefinitely. ✔ ✗

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