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