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3 Hypoglycemia Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 3 Hypoglycemia, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

True or false: Severe hypoglycemia is defined by the need for help from another person, rather than by a specific blood glucose number.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
Written response
1 point

What is the blood glucose cutoff in mg/dL below which a level is defined as hypoglycemia? Enter the cutoff value, not a value below it.

03
Fill in the blank
1 point

Severe hypoglycemia is defined by needing from another person, not by a specific glucose number.

04
Choose one
1 point

A person with diabetes is awake, shaky, and sweaty. Their glucose is 62 mg/dL, and they can swallow safely. What should they do first?

  1. A

    Take 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate and recheck glucose in 15 minutes

  2. B

    Eat chocolate and wait an hour before checking again

  3. C

    Take the usual insulin dose

  4. D

    Wait until the symptoms become more severe

05
Written response
1 point

After a person takes fast-acting carbohydrate for a low glucose level, how many minutes should they wait before rechecking glucose?

06
Choose all
1 point

Which of the following can be symptoms of hypoglycemia? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Shakiness

  2. B

    Sweating

  3. C

    A runny nose

  4. D

    Hunger

  5. E

    Joint swelling

  6. F

    A fast heartbeat

07
True or false
1 point

True or false: If a person with low blood glucose is confused and cannot swallow reliably, a helper should put glucose gel in their mouth.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

08
Fill in the blank
1 point

After glucagon, once the person is awake and can swallow safely, give fast-acting carbohydrate followed by .

09
Choose one
1 point

A person with diabetes is confused, cannot follow instructions reliably, and has a glucose reading of 49 mg/dL. Which response is safest?

  1. A

    Place glucose gel in their mouth

  2. B

    Give them a sugary drink while they are lying down

  3. C

    Use prescribed glucagon if available, call emergency services, and give nothing by mouth

  4. D

    Leave them alone while you get food

10
Choose one
1 point

A person becomes more alert after receiving glucagon. What should their helper do next?

  1. A

    Give food or drink immediately, even if the person cannot swallow normally

  2. B

    Once they are awake and can swallow safely, give fast-acting carbohydrate, then a longer-lasting carbohydrate-containing snack or meal; continue to get emergency help

  3. C

    Give insulin to counteract the glucagon

  4. D

    Leave as soon as the person opens their eyes

11
Choose all
1 point

A person with diabetes is having a seizure and is not responding. Which actions should a bystander take? Select all that apply.

  1. A

    Hold the person down to stop the seizure

  2. B

    Protect the person from nearby hazards

  3. C

    Call 911

  4. D

    Give glucagon if available and the responder can administer it

  5. E

    Place a spoon in the person's mouth

12
Open ended
1 point

After a person has a severe low-glucose episode, what follow-up is recommended, and what should happen if severe or repeated lows occur?

13
Choose one
1 point

Someone who is awake and can swallow safely has a low glucose level and is choosing between chocolate and glucose tablets. Which is the better initial choice?

  1. A

    Choose fast-acting carbohydrate, such as glucose tablets or juice, rather than chocolate

  2. B

    Choose chocolate because its fat speeds glucose absorption

  3. C

    Take insulin before eating

  4. D

    Wait for symptoms to become more severe before treating

14
Written response
1 point

Hypoglycemia is defined as a blood glucose level below what threshold? Enter the threshold in mg/dL.

15
Choose one
1 point

A person took 15 grams of glucose for a low blood sugar. Fifteen minutes later, their glucose is 66 mg/dL and they still feel shaky. What should they do next?

  1. A

    Repeat 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate and recheck in 15 minutes

  2. B

    Stop treatment because the glucose has risen

  3. C

    Take insulin to prevent a later high glucose

  4. D

    Switch to a high-fat snack and stop checking

16
Choose one
1 point

A person who is awake and can swallow safely needs a fast-acting carbohydrate for a low blood sugar. Why is chocolate not the best initial choice?

  1. A

    Chocolate raises glucose faster than other carbohydrate sources

  2. B

    Fat can slow glucose absorption

  3. C

    Chocolate prevents symptoms from returning

  4. D

    Fat makes it safe to delay treatment

17
Choose one
1 point

Someone has had repeated low blood sugar episodes. What follow-up is recommended to help address the pattern?

  1. A

    Avoid checking glucose in the future

  2. B

    Stop all diabetes treatment without consulting anyone

  3. C

    Review the diabetes treatment plan with a healthcare professional

  4. D

    Treat every future low with insulin

18
Choose one
1 point

A person with a low glucose reading is confused and cannot follow instructions reliably. Which response is safest?

  1. A

    Put glucose gel in the person's mouth and wait

  2. B

    Give a sugary drink while the person is lying down

  3. C

    Give nothing by mouth, use prescribed glucagon if available, and call emergency services

  4. D

    Leave the person alone while getting food

19
True or false
1 point

True or false: Chocolate is not the best initial treatment for a low blood glucose because its fat content can slow glucose absorption.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

20
Written response
1 point

A person with a mild low is awake and can swallow safely. How many grams of fast-acting carbohydrate does the material recommend for initial treatment?