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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Medical

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All of the statements below are true statements that related to diabetes except one. Which statement related to diabetes is not true?
  1. Diabetes is a disease in which insulin is either not produced or not used properly by the body.
  2. Hyperglycemia is also known as high blood sugar.
  3. If the patient is suffering from hypoglycemia, do not give the patient any sugar.
  4. Insulin is a hormone that affects absorption of blood sugars and is secreted by the pancreas.
  5. Glucose is the main form of sugar found in the bloodstream that provides cells with energy.
Explanation
Answer: C - All of the statements related to diabetes above are true except patients suffering from hypoglycemia should be given sugar. Several sources of sugar that are typically available include candy, orange juice, or soft drinks. Just make sure the items you provide the patient contain sugar and not just artificial sweeteners.
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