Medical Emergency Assessment and Management in Patients with Altered Blood Glucose Levels Quiz

Explore quiz on hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia & diabetic emergencies. Test your knowledge on glucose metabolism & emergency protocols.

#1

Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with hypoglycemia?

Polyuria
Excessive thirst
Confusion
Hyperglycemia
#2

Which of the following is a potential complication of hyperglycemia?

Hypoglycemia
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Hypernatremia
Hypocalcemia
#3

Which organ is primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels?

Liver
Pancreas
Kidneys
Spleen
#4

Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated hyperglycemia?

Hypokalemia
Diabetic retinopathy
Hypertension
Hypothyroidism
#5

What is the term for a condition in which blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes?

Hypoglycemia
Insulin resistance
Hyperglycemia
Impaired fasting glucose
#6

What is the primary treatment for a conscious patient experiencing hypoglycemia?

Administering insulin
Providing oral glucose
Increasing physical activity
Administering IV fluids
#7

Which medication is commonly associated with hyperglycemia as a side effect?

Metformin
Glucagon
Prednisone
Aspirin
#8

What is the first step in managing a patient with altered blood glucose levels?

Administering insulin
Assessing the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation
Checking blood glucose levels
Providing oral glucose
#9

What is the target range for blood glucose levels in most diabetic patients?

70-100 mg/dL
100-150 mg/dL
150-200 mg/dL
200-250 mg/dL
#10

What is the term for a temporary condition of elevated blood glucose levels during pregnancy?

Type 1 diabetes
Gestational diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
Hyperglycemic crisis
#11

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of diabetic ketoacidosis?

Polyuria
Ketosis
Bradycardia
Kussmaul breathing
#12

What is the recommended treatment for a patient with altered mental status and suspected hypoglycemia?

Administering insulin
Providing oral glucose
Administering IV fluids
Initiating CPR
#13

In a diabetic emergency, what is the term used to describe a state of very high blood glucose levels associated with the presence of ketones in the urine?

Ketoacidosis
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
#14

Which hormone is responsible for lowering blood glucose levels?

Glucagon
Insulin
Cortisol
Epinephrine
#15

What is the term for a severe, life-threatening complication of diabetes characterized by hyperglycemia, ketosis, and metabolic acidosis?

Hypoglycemia
Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome
#16

What is the recommended treatment for a conscious patient experiencing hyperglycemia?

Administering insulin
Providing oral glucose
Increasing physical activity
Administering IV fluids
#17

Which type of diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency?

Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
Gestational diabetes
LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults)

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