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WorksheetsDiabetes Day Questions
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Which of the following is a common long-term complication of uncontrolled diabetes?
Improved vision
Kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy)
Increased muscle mass
Decreased risk of heart disease
Which of the following is a common symptom of diabetes?
Weight gain and fatigue
Frequent urination and excessive thirst
Cold intolerance and dry skin
Sudden weight loss and low blood pressure
Which of the following factors affects blood sugar levels?
Diet
Stress
Sleep
All of the above
What is the primary purpose of the HbA1c test in managing diabetes?
To measure current blood glucose levels
To determine the average blood glucose level over the past 2-3 hours
To monitor long-term glucose control over the past 2-3 months
To evaluate kidney function
What is the glycemic index?
A scale measuring how much protein is in food
A scale that ranks food by how quickly it raises blood sugar levels
A scale that measures fat content in food
A scale to measure how much water a food contains
What does "insulin resistance" mean?
Insulin is not being produced
Insulin works too well, lowering blood sugar excessively
Cells in the body do not respond well to insulin, making it harder to absorb glucose
Insulin is too easily absorbed by the liver
What is the term used for high blood sugar levels?
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
Hypotension
Hypertension
What is the term used for low blood sugar levels?
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
Hyperinsulinemia
Hypertension
What blood sugar level is considered normal?
100-120 mg/dL
70-100 mg/dL
130-150 mg/dL
60-80 mg/dL
What blood sugar level is considered low?
Below 60 mg/dL
Below 70 mg/dL
Below 100 mg/dL
Below 110 mg/dL
The presence of which of the following in the urine may indicate poorly controlled diabetes?
Protein
Ketones
Red blood cells
Sodium
Which of the following are examples of healthy carbohydrate sources?
White bread
Fruits, whole grains, starchy vegetables
Sugary snacks
Soda
How do proteins and fibers help regulate blood sugar levels?
They speed up digestion
They help slow down digestion of carbs and delay their absorption
They increase insulin resistance
They decrease the absorption of vitamins
What is the typical cause of Type 1 diabetes?
Genetic predisposition and autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells
Poor diet and lack of exercise
Insulin resistance due to obesity
Aging-related decline in insulin production
What is the role of the pancreas in diabetes?
It produces insulin, which helps regulate blood glucose levels
It filters out excess glucose from the bloodstream
It converts glucose into protein for the muscles
It stores glucose as fat
What are some alternatives to sugar and refined carbs for people with diabetes to satisfy their cravings?
Honey, fruits, sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners only
Fast food
Potato chips
What approach do dieticians use to help patients control blood sugar levels in Type 1 diabetes?
Calorie counting
Carb counting
Low-fat diet
High-protein diet
What is a common effect of high blood sugar levels over time?
Enhanced immune function
Damage to blood vessels and nerves
Increased energy levels
Improved kidney function
If I want to lose weight, is skipping meals the best way to cut down on calories?
Yes
No
Only for people with diabetes
Sometimes
People with diabetes should eat foods that are high in:
Fat
Fiber
Sugar
Salt
What is the first-line drug for patients with Type 2 diabetes and obesity?
Insulin
Metformin
Sulfonylureas
GLP-1 agonists
Which of the following is not a beneficial effect of exercise in people with diabetes?
Reduction of triglycerides
Hypoglycaemia
Increase of insulin sensitivity
Help controlling hypertension
The test for checking mean plasma glucose concentration over the previous 8-10 weeks is:
Hemoglobin A1c
Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)
Fructosamine test
Fasting plasma glucose concentration
The risk factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus include:
Family history
Being overweight
High intake of dietary fat
All of the options listed are correct
Insulin deficiency is associated with:
Reduced lipolysis
Increased ketogenesis
Reduced Gluconeogenesis
Reduced proteolysis
