TYPE 1 DIABETES COMPREHENSIVE
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
● What are the onset characteristics of T1DM? Answer: -Children and
young adults
-Typically thin
-Hyperglycemia symptoms, start suddenly
● What are the symptoms of hyperglycemia? Answer: -Weight loss
(pee, thirst, hungry)
-3 Ps (polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia)
-Ketoacidosis
-Blurred vision
-Nocturnal enuresis
-Vaginal candidiasis
● How do you manage T1DM? Answer: -Consistent meal and snack
schedule w/ portions/compositions
-Frequently monitor glucose (fingersticks, keep glucose diary)
-Lifelong insulin administration (requirement change with age)
-Carry a source of glucose at all times
-Hemoglobin Alc every 3mo
-Do not withhold insulin during illness, infection, or stress
-Keep spare bottle of insulin & store properly
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
● What are the onset characteristics of T1DM? Answer: -Children and
young adults
-Typically thin
-Hyperglycemia symptoms, start suddenly
● What are the symptoms of hyperglycemia? Answer: -Weight loss
(pee, thirst, hungry)
-3 Ps (polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia)
-Ketoacidosis
-Blurred vision
-Nocturnal enuresis
-Vaginal candidiasis
● How do you manage T1DM? Answer: -Consistent meal and snack
schedule w/ portions/compositions
-Frequently monitor glucose (fingersticks, keep glucose diary)
-Lifelong insulin administration (requirement change with age)
-Carry a source of glucose at all times
-Hemoglobin Alc every 3mo
-Do not withhold insulin during illness, infection, or stress
-Keep spare bottle of insulin & store properly