Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. Insulin needs to be drawn up? True or False1 False True Symptoms of hypoglycaemia may include:1 a reduction in sweat production feeling weak and fatigued a very low heart rate If a person has hypoglycaemia and becomes unconscious what should you do (choose two)?1 Give them a drink Place them in recovery position (left hand side) and ensure airway is maintained Give them a snack Monitor levels until stabilised or ambulance arrives The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin. True or false?1 True False Long acting insulin takes effect within 1-4 hours, and stays in the body for ___ hours.1 12-24 5-12 28-36 Hyperglycaemia (Hyper) is when blood glucose levels rise above 12.0 – 15.0 mmol/L. True or false?1 False True What are measures to manage the complications of Diabetes (choose one)?1 All of the above Eating sweets Lifestyle and exercise Healthy diet Medication If taking rapid acting or short acting insulin, when should you check the blood glucose level?1 Before the injection and 2 hours after the meal that the insulin has been given Upon waking up Before bed When giving an insulin injection you should ensure you rotate the site where you are giving it. 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 The symptoms of ketoacidosis (DKA) may include (choose three correct answers):1 Abdominal pain Dehydation Bleeding Vomiting Symptoms of hyperglycaemia may include ___ (choose one)?1 Blurred vision Increased thirst All of the above Sweating Frequent urination Fatigue What is a normal blood glucose level?1 4 - 7 mmol/L 2 - 3 mmol/L 8 - 11 mmol/L 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 Unopened ampoules or cartridges of insulin should be kept:1 above 40°F/ 4°C in the refrigerator at room temperature Rapid acting insulin works quickly, its effects lasting generally (how long)?1 one to three hours six to eight hours 24 hours 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 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 they have a change in routines or eating habits When experiencing symptoms of hyperglycaemia When they are sick or stressed When experiencing symptoms of hypoglycaemia Dehydration occurs when blood glucose levels are low. True or False?1 False True Short acting insulin should be administered 30 minutes before ___?1 Sleeping Checking the BGL Eating A tendency to develop infections such as thrush might be a sign of high blood glucose levels. True or false?1 True False Back to: Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications
