Deck 23: The Reproductive System and Related Care

Question 1

Signs and symptoms of insulin shock include::

A)sweet or fruity breath odor
B)perspiration; excessive sweating
C)decreased appetite
D)increased energy

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Hypothyroidism is characterised by the following:

A)sudden weight loss
B)fatigue and weakness
C)increased appetite
D)tremors and sweating

Answer 2

B

Question 3

People with diabetes are diagnosed with one of three possible types:

A)type 1 or gestational diabetes.
B)type 2 or insulin-dependent diabetes
C)type 1 or non-insulin dependent diabetes
D)gestational diabetes

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The thyroid gland produces a hormone which

A)regulates growth and general metabolism.
B)regulates the calcium and potassium levels in the blood.
C)regulates the body's immune system.
D)all of the above

Question 5

Thymus function virtually stops during adolescence.

Question 6

When caring for the feet of a diabetic

A)wash the feet carefully each week
B)use lotions to prevent dryness
C)rub the feet briskly to create friction
D)have them go barefoot to air the feet

Question 7

Cushing's syndrome results when there is

A)hyperactivity of the thyroid gland.
B)hyperactivity of the parathyroid glands.
C)hyperactivity of the adrenal glands.
D)hyperactivity of the pituitary gland.

Question 8

Insulin shock can occur when a diabetic

A)misses a meal.
B)has increased physical activity.
C)receives too much insulin.
D)all of the above

Question 9

What is glycogen?

A)a form of glucose that is stored in the liver
B)a hormone that regulates blood glucose
C)sugar formed during carbohydrate metabolism
D)basic food element used by the body

Question 10

The endocrine system is responsible for:

A)body processes that happen quickly
B)hormone secretion of the thyroid,parathyroid,and adrenal glands increases as we age
C)insulin become more effective as the body ages
D)body processes that happen slowly

Question 11

Disorders of the endocrine system may occur at old age.

Question 12

Hypoglycemia refers to:

A)abnormally high blood glucose (over 7.0 mmol/L)
B)abnormally low blood glucose (below 7.0 mmmol/L)
C)abnormally low blood glucose (below 4.0 mmmol/L)
D)abnormally high blood glucose (over 4.0 mmol/L)

Question 13

Two small glands that are important in helping the body adapt to stress conditions are

A)the ovaries
B)the salivary glands
C)the adrenals
D)the parathyroids

Question 14

Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus is associated with all of the following EXCEPT:

A)juvenile onset
B)can cause diabetic coma
C)little or no insulin is produced
D)controlled by diet and exercise

Question 15

The diabetic client should:

A)always wear shoes for protection
B)cross their legs at the knees when sitting
C)use hot water for bathing
D)all of the above

Question 16

Signs and symptoms of diabetic coma include:

A)increased appetite
B)slow breathing
C)dry,flushed skin
D)greater appetite

Question 17

The pituitary gland is often called the "master gland".

Question 18

When testing the client's blood glucose:

A)wear a gown
B)wash the client's hands
C)wear goggles
D)all of the above

Question 19

The results from the blood glucose meter reveal

A)the level of the blood sugar
B)the amount of glucose spilling into the urine
C)the amount of insulin the client received
D)the amount of food to serve at the next meal

Question 20

Insulin is:

A)a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood glucose levels
B)a hormone produced by the thyroid that regulates blood glucose levels
C)a hormone which becomes more effective as the body ages
D)a hormone which regulates calcium levels

Question 21

Common complications associated with diabetes include hypoglycemia,hyperglycemia,infection,impaired circulation,and impaired vision.

Question 22

Diabetics have excellent healing capacity due to taking insulin.

Question 23

The hypothalamus gland produces antidiuretic hormone>

Question 24

NIDDM refers to:Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus

Question 25

Hyperglycemia is abnormally low blood sugar.

Question 26

A person with diabetes is more susceptible to a condition called arteriosclerosis.

Question 27

Diabetics who do NOT take insulin do NOT need to monitor their blood glucose levels.

Question 28

Hypoglycemia is abnormally high blood sugar.

Question 29

Excessive sweating and perspiration are symptoms of insulin shock.

Question 30

When a diabetic client has neuropathy,they are not aware when a pressure point is causing skin irritation.

Question 31

All diabetic clients must be taught to avoid skin irritation.

Question 32

Accurate measuring of blood glucose depends on using precise technique to collect and
test the blood glucose.

Question 33

Your client's blood glucose reading is 65.You can wait until later to report this to your supervisor

Question 34

A diabetic coma unconsciousness caused by high blood glucose and ketones

Question 35

Gestational diabetes a form of diabetes that develops in a woman while she is pregnant.

Question 36

It is important to check the expiration dates of the blood glucose testing equipment.

Question 37

Loss of appetite is a common symptom of diabetic coma.

Question 38

Testing for acetone is a common practice with diabetics.

Question 39

Diabetes has been reduced among the aboriginal people of Canada