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Quiz Yourself! Do You Know the General Diabetes Guidelines?

Quiz yourself and test your knowledge with this diabetes guidelines quiz! Managing your diabetes and all the instructions that go along with it can be overwhelming. Whether it's monitoring blood sugars, eating nutritious foods, getting proper physical activity, or preventing complications, it can be difficult to keep all the information straight.

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Take our 10-question quiz to help gauge your understanding of some general diabetes guidelines. All answers come from the American Diabetes Association Standards of Care in Diabetes – 2023.

Question 1

The correct answer is

80–130 mg/dL

Quick Quiz

What is the target range for fasting or pre-meal blood sugars?

Question 2

The correct answer is

2 hours after the start of a meal

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How long after the start of a meal should you check your post-meal blood sugar?

Question 3

The correct answer is

Less than 7 percent

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What is the general recommended target HbA1c level?

Question 4

The correct answer is

Drink 4 ounces of fruit juice

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If you are experiencing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), what is the best option to treat it?

Question 5

The correct answer is

Dizziness and Sweating

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What are the common signs or symptoms of hypoglycemia?

Question 6

The correct answer is

Skipped or missed medicine

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Which of factors may contribute to hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)?

Question 7

The correct answer is

Frequent urination and excessive thirst

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Which of the following can be symptoms of hyperglycemia?

Question 8

The correct answer is

150 minutes per week

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How much exercise is recommended for people with diabetes each week?

Question 9

The correct answer is

Drinking sweetened beverages

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What is not a recommended nutrition tips for people with diabetes?

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