USMLE

USMLE practice questions, page 14 of 25, with answer review and explanations.

Question 66

Which of the following is not true about Type I DM?

  1. May be linked to autoimmunity
  2. Onset usually prior to age 20
  3. Beta islet cells destroyed
  4. Does not require insulin injections

Question 67

Which of the following is not true about Type II DM?

  1. Considered adult onset diabetes
  2. Cause unknown may be due to genetics
  3. Require insulin 80% of cases
  4. May take a drug that sensitize cells or increase insulin release

Question 68

Which of the following is not an effect of diabetes?

  1. Small vessel occlusion
  2. Necrosis of extremities
  3. Ketone Body production
  4. Decreased fat metabolism

Question 69

Which of the following is not an indicator of a hypoglycemic condition?

  1. Fatigue
  2. Poor appetite
  3. Tachycardia
  4. Confusion

Question 70

Which of the following is not an adverse effect of oral hypoglycemics?

  1. Hypoglycemia
  2. Headache
  3. Rashes
  4. Projectile vomiting