Complications
Risk Factors
Nutrition Therapy
Healthy Habits
Diabetes Facts
100
At least two long-term microvascular complications of diabetes mellitus are included in this list.
Retinopathy, nephropathy, and nueropathy
100
True or False: If my Grandmother and Father have diabetes, this makes me at risk for diabetes.
True
100
This is known to slow digestion and the release of sugar into the bloodstream.
Fiber
100
Glycosylated hemoglobin levels (A1C) should be at this level to help diabetics remain healthy.
Less than 7%
100
Myth or fact? A diabetes diet consists of a low carb high protein diet.
Myth
200
Increased metabolism of fatty acids and decreased metabolism of glucose causes this condition.
Ketoacidosis
200
I belong to one of these ethnic groups, and am therefore, more at risk for developing diabetes. (Name at least 2)
What are American Indian, Alaskan Native, African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, or Pacific Islander
200
How many grams of carbs are in single serving of a carbohydrate-containing food?
15 Grams
200
True or false? Smoking raises your blood sugar levels.
True.
200
Myth or Fact: Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness and lower-limb amputations in the U.S.
Fact
300
Autonomic neuropathy causes decreased gastric emptying and this bizarre occurrence in the stomach.
Bezoar
300
High blood pressure is considered above what threshold? ###/##
140/90 or greater
300
You want most of the fat on your food label to be in these two categories... _____________
Monounsaturated fat and Polyunsatured
300
This is the numeric range in glucose level that a diabetic should have when they are about to exercise.
Between 100 and 200 mg/dL
300
Myth or Fact: Once diagnosed with "Pre-diabetes" there is nothing I can do to stop diabetes from developing. If Myth, what can I do?
Myth! People with pre-diabetes can help prevent diabetes by eating healthy and being active, and getting to a healthy weight.
400
True or False: Gestational diabetes increases the risk for T1DM and T2DM.
True
400
Acanthosis Nigricans is a warning sign of this condition that is related to diabetes.
This is a warning sign of insulin resistance (thick, dark skin that feels like velvet under your arms or on your neck.)
400
If you have diabetes half of your plate should be filled with these healthy nonstarchy vegetables... (Give general category name and 3 examples)
Cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce, spinach (leafy greens), mushrooms, celery, green beans, artichokes, asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, cabbage, etc.)
400
People with diabetes are at risk for nerve problems and amputations of their lower limbs. For this reason, it is important to check these daily.
Feet
400
Myth or Fact: Inactive individuals are at risk for developing Type 1 diabetes.
Myth How does type 1 diabetes develop? Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune reaction where the body attacks itself and destroys all the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. There are most likely genetic and environmental factors that can cause type 1, but the exact cause is unknown.
500
Macrovascular changes make diabetics two to four times more likely to have these two complications of the head and chest.
Coronary artery disease (heart disease) and cerebrovascular disease (stroke)
500
Name at least 4 major risk factors for type 2 diabetes:
Over the age of 45; Certain ethnic groups; Family history of diabetes; Overweight/obesity; Physically inactive; High blood pressure (140/90 or greater); Low HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol: less than or equal to 35mg/dL); History of gestational diabetes or delivery of a baby over 9lbs
500
How many carbs can most diabetics start with in their diet at each meal?
45 to 60 g of carbohydrates at each meal
500
What are 2 things someone with diabetes must do for good blood sugar control?
What is eat a balanced diet (meal plan), get regular exercise and take their medication/insulin, go to regular doctor's visits, check blood sugar daily, check feet daily
500
True or False: Hypoglycemia symptoms include diaphoresis, confusion, and polyuria.
False- Hypoglycemic symptoms include nervousness, diaphoresis, and confusion (not polyuria which is a symptom of hyperglycemia).
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