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Certified Diabetes Educator Exams Test
Bank Updated Version. Questions &
Correct Answer 2025-2026. Graded A
"Record food intake, physical activity, and blood glucose results in a
logbook 5 days a week for 6 weeks" is an example of a:
A. assessment
B. learning objective
C. behavioral objective
D. goal - ANSC. behavioral objective
SMART goal is a behavior objective or planned change. A learning
objective relates to the completion of a teaching session, although learning
objectives are also measurable. A goal is a big-picture directional guide, the
focal point for and the end results of meeting the learning and behavioral
objectives.
(e2q10) DASH diet - ANSDietary approaches to stop Hypertension, fruits,
veggies, low fat dairy products, whole grains, poultry, fish, lowers sodium
and show benefits of potassium . A combination of the Dash diet and
reducing sodium intake has been shown to lower b/p rather than just
reducing Na intake.
(e2q15)DPP4 inhibitors - ANSDpp4 inhibitors increase insulin secretion in a
glucose dependent manor meaning when glucose returns to normal there is
no further increase in insulin and the risk of hypoglycemia is low
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, 2
(e2q17) which of the following is not evidence to lower LDL cholesterolo -
ANSomege 3 fatty acisds are helpful in reduction of triglycerides, weight
loss substituting unsaturated fats for saturated acids and plant sterols will
help reduce LDL
(e2q18) What raises Serem creatinine - ANSpatients with renal artery
stenosis may have an increase in creatinine if recently placed on an ACE or
ARB such as Irebresartan . Although ACE and ARB decrease glomerular
pressure by dilating the efferent arteriole, pts with renal stenosis are unable
to provided compensatory constriction the efferent arteriole to maintain a
minimum glomerular pressure.
(e2q23) what nutrient is most likely deficient in a vegans - ANSvit b12 is
found in meat, poultry, fish and dairy
fyi- niacin is found in veggies, grains, nuts, fortified cereals and breads
plentiful for veans
(e2q25) Recommended Fiber intake - ANSsame for persons with or without
diabetes because of health benfits 25 grams for woman and 38 grams for
men or 14grma/1000cals
Current research shows > 50grams fiber per da improves glycemic control
(e2q26) - ANSValsartan should be added (ACE) i still needed for blood
pressure control
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(e2q31)dx metabolic syndrome - ANSplace pts at high risk for
cardiovascular disease. Dx of metobolic syndrome is 3 of the following--
large waist circumference woman > 30 inches, men > 40inches, B/P >
135/85, fast glucose >100, Tgl >150, low HDL ,50,
(e2q46)What drug causes weight gain - ANSPioglitazone, TZD's deposition
of free fatty acids promote insulin resistance
(e2q49) what can effect A1c results - ANSLow albumin does not, but sickel
cell anemia, iron deficiency and iron supplementation may
(e2q54)the normal hormonal response during acute physical activity ? -
ANSdecrease in insulin, increase in glucogon,and epinephrine,
norepinephrine, growth hormones and cortisol
(e2q56) To reduce hypoglycemia a snck containing how many grams CHO
for everyn 30-45 mins moderate physical activity - ANS0-10grams mild
activity every 30 mins, 05-10grams for every 15 mins for moderate activity
and 0-15 grams for every 15 minutes of high intensity activity
(e2q70) What food drug interactions interfere with orlistat - ANSFAT, orlistat
interferes GI lipases resulting in decreased hydrolysis, of pts consume >30
% of calories as fat may experience flatus with discharge, fecal urgency,
oily stool
(e2q95)Which drug is most appropriate for someone with diabetes, hx of Mi
and presented for an elevation of elevated cholesterol - ANSRosuvastatin
3
, 4
20mg is a high intestsity statin, Priavastatin, Fluvasstatin and Lovastatin are
all low intenstiy at the 20 mg dose
5 A's of self-management - ANSASSESS-beliefs, behavior, knowledge
ADVISE-educate
AGREE-set goals
ASSIST-problem solving
ARRANGE-follow-up
55 y/o male who recently had popleital leg surgery, has not ran in 10 years
- ANSadvise hime to take a graded exercise test with EKG would give him
info on how he respond to excretion, the presence of arthersclorosis in his
legs is a strong indicator that he may also have athersclorosis in arteries in
the heart
A 12 year-old girl, accompanied by her mother, presents to the registered
dietitian for meal planning. Which of the following is the most important
consideration when developing her meal plan?
A. Use the term "diet" instead of "meal plan" to emphasize weight loss
urgency
B. Schedule a separate session with the mother to review grocery selection
C. Adjust the meal plan to meet energy requirements for growth and activity
D. Suggest a plan that avoids intake of nutrient-dense foods - ANSC. Adjust
the meal plan to meet energy requirements for growth and activity
A 14 year-old girl with T1DM presents accompanied by her mother. The girl
sits quietly while her mother expresses concerns about her daughter's
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Certified Diabetes Educator Exams Test
Bank Updated Version. Questions &
Correct Answer 2025-2026. Graded A
"Record food intake, physical activity, and blood glucose results in a
logbook 5 days a week for 6 weeks" is an example of a:
A. assessment
B. learning objective
C. behavioral objective
D. goal - ANSC. behavioral objective
SMART goal is a behavior objective or planned change. A learning
objective relates to the completion of a teaching session, although learning
objectives are also measurable. A goal is a big-picture directional guide, the
focal point for and the end results of meeting the learning and behavioral
objectives.
(e2q10) DASH diet - ANSDietary approaches to stop Hypertension, fruits,
veggies, low fat dairy products, whole grains, poultry, fish, lowers sodium
and show benefits of potassium . A combination of the Dash diet and
reducing sodium intake has been shown to lower b/p rather than just
reducing Na intake.
(e2q15)DPP4 inhibitors - ANSDpp4 inhibitors increase insulin secretion in a
glucose dependent manor meaning when glucose returns to normal there is
no further increase in insulin and the risk of hypoglycemia is low
1
, 2
(e2q17) which of the following is not evidence to lower LDL cholesterolo -
ANSomege 3 fatty acisds are helpful in reduction of triglycerides, weight
loss substituting unsaturated fats for saturated acids and plant sterols will
help reduce LDL
(e2q18) What raises Serem creatinine - ANSpatients with renal artery
stenosis may have an increase in creatinine if recently placed on an ACE or
ARB such as Irebresartan . Although ACE and ARB decrease glomerular
pressure by dilating the efferent arteriole, pts with renal stenosis are unable
to provided compensatory constriction the efferent arteriole to maintain a
minimum glomerular pressure.
(e2q23) what nutrient is most likely deficient in a vegans - ANSvit b12 is
found in meat, poultry, fish and dairy
fyi- niacin is found in veggies, grains, nuts, fortified cereals and breads
plentiful for veans
(e2q25) Recommended Fiber intake - ANSsame for persons with or without
diabetes because of health benfits 25 grams for woman and 38 grams for
men or 14grma/1000cals
Current research shows > 50grams fiber per da improves glycemic control
(e2q26) - ANSValsartan should be added (ACE) i still needed for blood
pressure control
2
, 3
(e2q31)dx metabolic syndrome - ANSplace pts at high risk for
cardiovascular disease. Dx of metobolic syndrome is 3 of the following--
large waist circumference woman > 30 inches, men > 40inches, B/P >
135/85, fast glucose >100, Tgl >150, low HDL ,50,
(e2q46)What drug causes weight gain - ANSPioglitazone, TZD's deposition
of free fatty acids promote insulin resistance
(e2q49) what can effect A1c results - ANSLow albumin does not, but sickel
cell anemia, iron deficiency and iron supplementation may
(e2q54)the normal hormonal response during acute physical activity ? -
ANSdecrease in insulin, increase in glucogon,and epinephrine,
norepinephrine, growth hormones and cortisol
(e2q56) To reduce hypoglycemia a snck containing how many grams CHO
for everyn 30-45 mins moderate physical activity - ANS0-10grams mild
activity every 30 mins, 05-10grams for every 15 mins for moderate activity
and 0-15 grams for every 15 minutes of high intensity activity
(e2q70) What food drug interactions interfere with orlistat - ANSFAT, orlistat
interferes GI lipases resulting in decreased hydrolysis, of pts consume >30
% of calories as fat may experience flatus with discharge, fecal urgency,
oily stool
(e2q95)Which drug is most appropriate for someone with diabetes, hx of Mi
and presented for an elevation of elevated cholesterol - ANSRosuvastatin
3
, 4
20mg is a high intestsity statin, Priavastatin, Fluvasstatin and Lovastatin are
all low intenstiy at the 20 mg dose
5 A's of self-management - ANSASSESS-beliefs, behavior, knowledge
ADVISE-educate
AGREE-set goals
ASSIST-problem solving
ARRANGE-follow-up
55 y/o male who recently had popleital leg surgery, has not ran in 10 years
- ANSadvise hime to take a graded exercise test with EKG would give him
info on how he respond to excretion, the presence of arthersclorosis in his
legs is a strong indicator that he may also have athersclorosis in arteries in
the heart
A 12 year-old girl, accompanied by her mother, presents to the registered
dietitian for meal planning. Which of the following is the most important
consideration when developing her meal plan?
A. Use the term "diet" instead of "meal plan" to emphasize weight loss
urgency
B. Schedule a separate session with the mother to review grocery selection
C. Adjust the meal plan to meet energy requirements for growth and activity
D. Suggest a plan that avoids intake of nutrient-dense foods - ANSC. Adjust
the meal plan to meet energy requirements for growth and activity
A 14 year-old girl with T1DM presents accompanied by her mother. The girl
sits quietly while her mother expresses concerns about her daughter's
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