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1. Which of the following are not suitable sites for injecting insulin? a) The calf muscles b) The outer area of the buttocks c) The tummy below the umbilicus d) The front of the thighs
2. Which of the following statements is true concerning insulin? a) It can survive being stored at high temperatures b) It is normally obtained from animal sources c) It causes glucose to enter the blood d) It is a protein hormone
3. Which of these insulin preparations is usually taken twice daily? a) Mixtard 30 b) Isophane c) Actrapid d) Glargine
4. Regular podiatry is not essential if you have which one of the following? a) Poor vision b) Recently diagnosed diabetes c) Lack of feeling in the feet d) Poor circulation in the feet
5. When a diabetic ulcer becomes infected, which of the following are typical warning signs? a) The foot becomes cold b) The surrounding area becomes red c) Any discharge from the ulcer dries up d) The blood glucose levels tend to drop
