Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin. True or false?1 False True Long acting insulin takes effect within 1-4 hours, and stays in the body for ___ hours.1 12-24 5-12 28-36 Hypoglycaemia is when blood glucose levels rise above 12.0 – 15.0 mmol/L. True or false?1 True False Symptoms of hyperglycaemia may include ___ (choose one)?1 Fatigue Blurred vision All of the above Frequent urination Increased thirst Sweating Symptoms of hypoglycaemia may include:1 a reduction in sweat production feeling weak and fatigued a very low heart rate In addition to the individual’s care plans, when should you monitor blood glucose levels using the blood glucose meters? Choose all that apply (4)1 When they have a change in routines or eating habits When they are sick or stressed Never When experiencing symptoms of hypoglycaemia When experiencing symptoms of hyperglycaemia Dehydration occurs when blood glucose levels are low. True or False?1 False True What are measures to manage the complications of Diabetes (choose one)?1 All of the above Healthy diet Lifestyle and exercise Medication Eating sweets Short acting insulin should be administered 30 minutes before ___?1 Eating Checking the BGL Sleeping According to the course, if a person is experiencing a hypoglycaemic episode, to raise their glucose levels, they can be given how much?1 500ml of fruit juice 800ml of fruit juice 200ml of fruit juice What is a normal blood glucose level?1 8 - 11 mmol/L 4 - 7 mmol/L 2 - 3 mmol/L Unopened ampoules or cartridges of insulin should be kept:1 at room temperature in the refrigerator above 40°F/ 4°C If taking rapid acting or short acting insulin, when should you check the blood glucose level?1 Upon waking up Before bed Before the injection and 2 hours after the meal that the insulin has been given The symptoms of ketoacidosis (DKA) may include (choose three correct answers):1 Bleeding Abdominal pain Vomiting Dehydation When giving an insulin injection you should ensure you rotate the site where you are giving it. True or False?1 False True Rapid acting insulin works quickly, its effects lasting generally (how long)?1 six to eight hours 24 hours one to three hours Hyperglycaemia (Hyper) is when blood glucose levels rise above 12.0 – 15.0 mmol/L. True or false?1 False True If a person has hypoglycaemia and becomes unconscious what should you do (choose two)?1 Give them a snack Give them a drink Place them in recovery position (left hand side) and ensure airway is maintained Monitor levels until stabilised or ambulance arrives Hyperosmolar Hyperglycaemic State is a range of symptoms caused by a lack of glucose to the brain, leading to confusion, irrational and even aggressive behaviour. True or false?1 True False A tendency to develop infections such as thrush might be a sign of high blood glucose levels. True or false?1 True False Insulin needs to be drawn up? True or False1 False True Back to: Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications
