USMLE USMLE Exam
United States Medical Licensing Examination (Page 15 )

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

Which of the following is not true about Type I DM?

  1. May be linked to autoimmunity
  2. Onset usually prior to age 20
  3. Beta islet cells destroyed
  4. Does not require insulin injections

Answer(s): D



Which of the following is not true about Type II DM?

  1. Considered adult onset diabetes
  2. Cause unknown may be due to genetics
  3. Require insulin 80% of cases
  4. May take a drug that sensitize cells or increase insulin release

Answer(s): C



Which of the following is not an effect of diabetes?

  1. Small vessel occlusion
  2. Necrosis of extremities
  3. Ketone Body production
  4. Decreased fat metabolism

Answer(s): D



Which of the following is not an indicator of a hypoglycemic condition?

  1. Fatigue
  2. Poor appetite
  3. Tachycardia
  4. Confusion

Answer(s): B



Which of the following is not an adverse effect of oral hypoglycemics?

  1. Hypoglycemia
  2. Headache
  3. Rashes
  4. Projectile vomiting

Answer(s): D






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