Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications Quiz Please sign up for the course before taking this quiz. A tendency to develop infections such as thrush might be a sign of high blood glucose levels. True or false?1 False True 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 experiencing symptoms of hypoglycaemia When they are sick or stressed If taking rapid acting or short acting insulin, when should you check the blood glucose level?1 Upon waking up Before the injection and 2 hours after the meal that the insulin has been given Before bed Rapid acting insulin works quickly, its effects lasting generally (how long)?1 six to eight hours one to three hours 24 hours Unopened ampoules or cartridges of insulin should be kept:1 above 40°F/ 4°C at room temperature in the refrigerator Hypoglycaemia is when blood glucose levels rise above 12.0 – 15.0 mmol/L. True or false?1 False True When giving an insulin injection you should ensure you rotate the site where you are giving it. True or False?1 True False Symptoms of hyperglycaemia may include ___ (choose one)?1 Increased thirst Sweating All of the above Frequent urination Blurred vision Fatigue What are measures to manage the complications of Diabetes (choose one)?1 Healthy diet Eating sweets Medication All of the above Lifestyle and exercise If a person has hypoglycaemia and becomes unconscious what should you do (choose two)?1 Monitor levels until stabilised or ambulance arrives Give them a snack Give them a drink Place them in recovery position (left hand side) and ensure airway is maintained The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin. True or false?1 False True Symptoms of hypoglycaemia may include:1 a very low heart rate a reduction in sweat production feeling weak and fatigued Short acting insulin should be administered 30 minutes before ___?1 Checking the BGL Sleeping Eating Long acting insulin takes effect within 1-4 hours, and stays in the body for ___ hours.1 12-24 28-36 5-12 According to the course, if a person is experiencing a hypoglycaemic episode, to raise their glucose levels, they can be given how much?1 800ml of fruit juice 200ml of fruit juice 500ml of fruit juice What is a normal blood glucose level?1 4 - 7 mmol/L 2 - 3 mmol/L 8 - 11 mmol/L Dehydration occurs when blood glucose levels are low. True or False?1 True False Hyperglycaemia (Hyper) is when blood glucose levels rise above 12.0 – 15.0 mmol/L. True or false?1 True False Insulin needs to be drawn up? True or False1 True False The symptoms of ketoacidosis (DKA) may include (choose three correct answers):1 Bleeding Vomiting Abdominal pain Dehydation 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 Back to: Diabetes: Managing Complications and Medications
