Question 1

Describe the medical nutrition therapy for a woman with gestational diabetes.

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Question 2

What type of insulin dosage will the endocrinologist adjust to better cover a diabetic patient's needs between meals and overnight?

Accepted Answer

A)  meal-time insulin
B)  basal insulin
C)  overnight insulin
D)  oral insulinE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Acetone breath is characteristic of hypoglycemia.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What compound(s)  formed in the body during an episode of hyperglycemia can alter protein structures and stimulate damaging metabolic pathways?

Accepted Answer

A)  sorbitol
B)  glycophosphate
C)  advanced glycation end products
D)  low-density lipoproteinsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Weight-loss diets are often prescribed for people with type 2 diabetes.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

All of the following foods would be appropriate to include in the diet of a person with diabetes except:

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A)  dried beans and peas.
B)  fruits.
C)  whole milk.
D)  whole-grain breads.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Metabolic syndrome consists of a cluster of disorders that increase the risk of developing:

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A)  diabetes.
B)  cardiovascular disease.
C)  gout.
D)  renal failure.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

All of the following examples represent one portion of a carbohydrate-containing food except:

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A)  1 medium apple.
B)  1 slice of bread.
C)  1 cup cooked pasta.
D)  1 small baked potato.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 9

Hypoglycemia is frequently caused by:

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A)  overeating.
B)  skipping insulin doses.
C)  eating too many carbohydrates.
D)  poor management of diabetes.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D) D

Question 10

The risk of developing type 2 diabetes is increased by all of the following except:

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A)  abdominal obesity.
B)  aging.
C)  sedentary lifestyle.
D)  hypertension.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C) D

Question 11

Which of the following recommendations to help Mr.Joiner reduce his risk of developing diabetes is least likely to be effective?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Lose weight."
B)  "Increase your physical activity."
C)  "Choose higher-fiber, lower-fat foods at restaurants."
D)  "Learn to cook."E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 12

Diabetics are prone to infections due to all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  poor circulation.
B)  hyperglycemia.
C)  ketosis.
D)  weakened immune function.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Based on the above glucose values, select the true statement about the client's blood glucose.

Accepted Answer

A)  His glycemic control has been reasonable for a person with type 2 diabetes.
B)  His fasting glucose has been high, but his post-meal and bedtime glucose have been acceptable.
C)  His fasting glucose, post-meal glucose, and bedtime glucose all are too high.
D)  His fasting glucose and post-meal glucose have been high, but his bedtime glucose has been acceptable.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Good glycemic control requires:

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A)  eating small amounts of food.
B)  restricting carbohydrate in the diet.
C)  self-monitoring of blood glucose.
D)  frequent visits to the doctor.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Diabetes mellitus describes a group of metabolic disorders characterized by:

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A)  elevated blood glucose.
B)  low hemoglobin.
C)  dumping syndrome.
D)  lactose intolerance.E) C) and D)
F) All of the above A

Question 16

A major cause of death in people with diabetes is:

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A)  neuropathy.
B)  cardiovascular disease.
C)  infections.
D)  gangrene.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Describe the differences between carbohydrate counting and using exchange lists.

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Question 18

The hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome is usually a complication of type 2 diabetes.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Describe the primary criteria used to confirm a diagnosis of diabetes.

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Question 20

If a person does not produce sufficient insulin, he is prone to have:

Accepted Answer

A)  hyperglycemia.
B)  poor appetite.
C)  low albumin levels.
D)  hypoglycemia.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Exam 20: Nutrition and Diabetes Mellitus

Describe the medical nutrition therapy for a woman with gestational diabetes.

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What type of insulin dosage will the endocrinologist adjust to better cover a diabetic patient's needs between meals and overnight?

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Acetone breath is characteristic of hypoglycemia.

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What compound(s) formed in the body during an episode of hyperglycemia can alter protein structures and stimulate damaging metabolic pathways?

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Weight-loss diets are often prescribed for people with type 2 diabetes.

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All of the following foods would be appropriate to include in the diet of a person with diabetes except:

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Metabolic syndrome consists of a cluster of disorders that increase the risk of developing:

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All of the following examples represent one portion of a carbohydrate-containing food except:

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Hypoglycemia is frequently caused by:

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The risk of developing type 2 diabetes is increased by all of the following except:

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Which of the following recommendations to help Mr.Joiner reduce his risk of developing diabetes is least likely to be effective?

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Diabetics are prone to infections due to all of the following except:

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Based on the above glucose values, select the true statement about the client's blood glucose.

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Good glycemic control requires:

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Diabetes mellitus describes a group of metabolic disorders characterized by:

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A major cause of death in people with diabetes is:

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Describe the differences between carbohydrate counting and using exchange lists.

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The hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome is usually a complication of type 2 diabetes.

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Describe the primary criteria used to confirm a diagnosis of diabetes.

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If a person does not produce sufficient insulin, he is prone to have:

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