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Modern Diabetes Protocol
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1
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What is the primary purpose of a Diabetes Protocol?
Answer
A standardized plan for diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management
2
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Who is highlighted as a key figure in modern diabetes management within the text?
Answer
Dr. Stephen Aronoff
3
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Name one component of the Modern Diabetes Protocol Framework.
Answer
Screening and Diagnosis
4
Question
What diagnostic criterion corresponds to diabetes when using Fasting Plasma Glucose?
Answer
FPG ≥ 126 mg/dL
5
Question
What HbA1c value confirms a diabetes diagnosis according to the protocol?
Answer
HbA1c ≥ 6.5%
6
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What OGTT result indicates diabetes?
Answer
2-hour glucose ≥ 200 mg/dL after 75g glucose load
7
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What is the role of SMBG in diabetes monitoring?
Answer
Daily or multiple measurements for insulin users
8
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What is the purpose of HbA1c testing in follow-up?
Answer
Evaluate long-term glucose control
9
Question
Which therapy is first-line for Type 2 diabetes in the protocol?
Answer
Metformin
10
Question
List one class of medications used after Metformin in Type 2 diabetes management.
Answer
SGLT2 inhibitors
11
Question
What is the recommended weekly physical activity minimum in the lifestyle modification section?
Answer
At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise
12
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What percentage weight reduction is associated with improved glycemic control?
Answer
5–10%
13
Question
What type of insulin therapy is suggested for Type 1 diabetes?
Answer
Basal-bolus or insulin pump therapy
14
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What monitoring technology provides real-time glucose patterns?
Answer
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
15
Question
Name one complication area addressed by the Diabetes Protocol.
Answer
Cardiovascular health
16
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What urinary test helps protect renal function in diabetes management?
Answer
Urine microalbumin test
17
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What eye care measure is recommended to prevent retinopathy?
Answer
Annual dilated eye exams
18
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What is the role of ACE inhibitors in diabetes care?
Answer
Renal protection when appropriate
19
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What is a key principle of the Diabetes Protocol in patient care?
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Patient-centered, evidence-based care
20
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How does technology integration feature in the future directions?
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Artificial pancreas, wearables, telemedicine
21
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What is the concept of precision medicine in future protocols?
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Tailoring treatments to individual biology
22
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What regenerative approach is mentioned as a research direction?
Answer
Islet transplantation
23
Question
What is the fundamental difference emphasized between modern care and historical diabetes management?
Answer
From survival focus to quality of life and prevention
24
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Which organization endorsements are cited for diagnostic criteria?
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ADA and WHO
25
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What is the role of lifestyle modification in delaying pharmacologic therapy for Type 2 diabetes?
Answer
Delay the need for medications through lifestyle management
26
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What self-management practice is part of monitoring and follow-up?
Answer
Foot and eye assessments during visits
27
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In the context of diabetes care, what does “complication management” emphasize?
Answer
Preventive and therapeutic strategies across organ systems
28
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What is a primary goal of early screening in high-risk populations?
Answer
Prevent or delay progression to diabetes
29
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Which component of the protocol involves screening, diagnosis, treatment, lifestyle, monitoring, and complications?
Answer
Modern Diabetes Protocol Framework
30
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What does the term “evidence-based care” signify in Aronoff’s contributions?
Answer
Care guided by standardized research-backed protocols