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NR565 Week 5 Quiz

Which of the following BEST explains why maintaining optimal glycemic control is important to diabetes management?

Answers: A – D

It reduces the need for regular screening of diabetes-related complications
B. It allows for less frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels
C. It reduces the risk of acute and chronic complications of hyperglycemia ✔️
D. It prevents the genetic transmission of diabetes

Which statement BEST explains the necessity of insulin therapy in patients with type 1 diabetes?

Answers: A – D

Insulin is optional and only used when oral medications fail
B. They do not produce insulin, making exogenous insulin essential for survival ✔️
C. Insulin is used to prevent weight gain in early disease stages
D. Their bodies produce insulin intermittently and require occasional supplementation