Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. Symptoms of hyperglycaemia may include ___ (choose one)?1 Increased thirst Frequent urination Blurred vision Sweating Fatigue All of the above Long acting insulin takes effect within 1-4 hours, and stays in the body for ___ hours.1 28-36 5-12 12-24 The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin. True or false?1 False True Hypoglycaemia is when blood glucose levels rise above 12.0 – 15.0 mmol/L. True or false?1 True False 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 Symptoms of hypoglycaemia may include:1 a reduction in sweat production a very low heart rate feeling weak and fatigued The symptoms of ketoacidosis (DKA) may include (choose three correct answers):1 Bleeding Vomiting Abdominal pain Dehydation 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 Monitor levels until stabilised or ambulance arrives Give them a drink Place them in recovery position (left hand side) and ensure airway is maintained Unopened ampoules or cartridges of insulin should be kept:1 at room temperature in the refrigerator above 40°F/ 4°C Rapid acting insulin works quickly, its effects lasting generally (how long)?1 six to eight hours one to three hours 24 hours Insulin needs to be drawn up? True or False1 True False Short acting insulin should be administered 30 minutes before ___?1 Eating Checking the BGL Sleeping Dehydration occurs when blood glucose levels are low. True or False?1 False True 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 What are measures to manage the complications of Diabetes (choose one)?1 Medication Eating sweets All of the above Healthy diet Lifestyle and exercise 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 Never When experiencing symptoms of hypoglycaemia When they are sick or stressed When they have a change in routines or eating habits When experiencing symptoms of hyperglycaemia What is a normal blood glucose level?1 8 - 11 mmol/L 4 - 7 mmol/L 2 - 3 mmol/L A tendency to develop infections such as thrush might be a sign of high blood glucose levels. True or false?1 False True 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 200ml of fruit juice 800ml of fruit juice When giving an insulin injection you should ensure you rotate the site where you are giving it. True or False?1 True False Back to: Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications
