Question 1

Type I diabetes was previously called "adult-onset" diabetes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The onset of hypoglycemia is:

Accepted Answer

A)   gradual, over the period of days.
B)   within 12 to 24 hours.
C)   sudden, within minutes.
D)   within one month.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 3

While out golfing, your partner becomes dizzy and light-headed. He says he is a diabetic and hasn't eaten yet today. What should you do to assist in treating him?

Accepted Answer

A)   have him drink a diet cola
B)   have him drink a regular cola
C)   give him some hard candy to chew
D)   ask him if he takes insulinE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Approximately, how many of all diabetics go undiagnosed or unrecognized?

Accepted Answer

A)   one-fourth
B)   one-half
C)   three-fourths
D)   none of the aboveE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Signs and symptoms for hyperglycemia appear gradually, over a period of days.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Often a hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic victim may appear intoxicated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An undiagnosed hyperglycemic patient will experience hunger, thirst, and frequent urination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

You witness a car, slowly jump a curb and hit a tree. You run over to find a conscious middle-aged woman looking very intoxicated but who has no odor of alcohol on her breath. You should suspect a(n) :

Accepted Answer

A)   head injury.
B)   abdominal injury.
C)   diabetic emergency.
D)   seizure.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 9

A symptom of hyperglycemia is pale, moist skin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A Type I diabetic takes an oral medication to control his/her diabetes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A condition that results from too little insulin and too much sugar is:

Accepted Answer

A)   hyperglycemia.
B)   type II diabetes.
C)   type I diabetes.
D)   hypoglycemia.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 12

All of the following are signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia except:

Accepted Answer

A)   fever.
B)   frequent urination.
C)   breath that smells sweet or fruity.
D)   pale, moist skin.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

If the victim is conscious, orange juice (with several tablespoons of sugar mixed in) can be given to a victim of hypoglycemia to help increase the blood sugar level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Hypoglycemia doesn't look anything like shock.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Conservatively estimated, there are more than ________ diabetics in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A)   5 million
B)   10 million
C)   14 million
D)   18 millionE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

The victim of hyperglycemia will usually complain of dry mouth and intense thirst.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following would most likely be a cause of hyperglycemia?

Accepted Answer

A)   excessive exercise
B)   too much insulin taken
C)   victim has not taken his/her insulin
D)   not eating enough or at allE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Type II diabetes requires the victim to have an insulin injection daily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Simply stated, diabetes mellitus is a disease in which there is too much insulin and not enough sugar.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following should you avoid when caring for a victim of hypoglycemia?

Accepted Answer

A)   giving sugar to a victim that can't swallow
B)   giving sugar to a conscious victim
C)   spreading this contagious disease
D)   stopping the patient from taking his insulinE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Exam 18: Diabetic Emergencies

A symptom of hyperglycemia is pale, moist skin.

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The victim of hyperglycemia will usually complain of dry mouth and intense thirst.

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A Type I diabetic takes an oral medication to control his/her diabetes.

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Conservatively estimated, there are more than ________ diabetics in the United States.

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Approximately, how many of all diabetics go undiagnosed or unrecognized?

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Which of the following should you avoid when caring for a victim of hypoglycemia?

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If the victim is conscious, orange juice (with several tablespoons of sugar mixed in) can be given to a victim of hypoglycemia to help increase the blood sugar level.

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All of the following are signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia except:

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Simply stated, diabetes mellitus is a disease in which there is too much insulin and not enough sugar.

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Which of the following would most likely be a cause of hyperglycemia?

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A condition that results from too little insulin and too much sugar is:

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Type I diabetes was previously called "adult-onset" diabetes.

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Often a hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic victim may appear intoxicated.

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The onset of hypoglycemia is:

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Signs and symptoms for hyperglycemia appear gradually, over a period of days.

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You witness a car, slowly jump a curb and hit a tree. You run over to find a conscious middle-aged woman looking very intoxicated but who has no odor of alcohol on her breath. You should suspect a(n) :

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Hypoglycemia doesn't look anything like shock.

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While out golfing, your partner becomes dizzy and light-headed. He says he is a diabetic and hasn't eaten yet today. What should you do to assist in treating him?

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An undiagnosed hyperglycemic patient will experience hunger, thirst, and frequent urination.

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Type II diabetes requires the victim to have an insulin injection daily.

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