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Managing Diabetes Quiz

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1. Insulin can be stored under which of the following conditions
a) At 30°C for at least one month
b) In a refrigerator
c) In a freezer
d) In an unopened vial beyond the expiry date

2. Which of the following insulin types have become available most recently?
a) Human analogues
b) Human insulin
c) Pork insulin
d) Beef insulin

3. Which of the following insulin preparations is long acting?
a) Actrapid
b) Glargine
c) Novorapid
d) Lispro

4. Which of the following measures are helpful to prevent foot problems?
a) Wear loose fitting shoes
b) Wear footwear at all times, preferably both shoes and socks
c) Keep the feet warm using a hot water bottle
d) Give your feet a polonged soak each day

5. Which of the following is true concerning diabetes developing during pregnancy (gestational diabetes)?
a) It is usually diagnosed in early pregnancy
b) Permanent diabetes may develop years later
c) It normally requires insulin treatment
d) Treatment as an inpatient is usually recommended