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2013 CDECB Examination Sample Questions

2013 CDECB Examination Sample Questions

Question 1 of 10

1

What is an essential component of a quality improvement program?

Select one of the following:

  • A. A clear statement of philosophy.

  • B. Evidence that clients are meeting program objectives.

  • C. Development of behavioral objectives for each teaching session.

  • D. A remedial plan addressing deficiencies in meeting established standards

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

During the perinatal period, when is the woman with type 1 diabetes most at risk for hypoglycemia?

Select one of the following:

  • A. First trimester of the pregnancy.

  • B. Second trimester of the pregnancy.

  • C. Third trimester of the pregnancy.

  • D. No change in risk throughout the pregnancy.

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

1

What would be the most appropriate recommendation for the diabetes educator to make for an overweight person taking short-acting insulin at supper and experiencing hypoglycemia during the evening?

Select one of the following:

  • A. change to a rapid-acting insulin analogue at supper.

  • B. Eat more carbohydrate at supper

  • C. Inject into the abdomen to decrease insulin absorption time.

  • D. Increase the frequency of blood glucose monitoring.

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

1

Which of the following combinations of food provide approximately 30 g of carbohydrate?

Select one of the following:

  • A. 4 Melba toast, 1 small banana, 125 ml milk.

  • B. 125 ml milk, 1/2 orange, 1 slice of bread.

  • C. 125 ml turnips, 125 ml cooked macaroni.

  • D. 200 ml cooked porridge, 250 ml strawberries, 250 ml plain yogurt

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

A client with type 2 diabetes taking multiple daily injections of rapid acting insulin before meals and intermediate-acting insulin at bedtime has consistently elevated fasting blood glucose. What action should be taken to correct this trend?

Select one of the following:

  • A. Increase pre-breakfast rapid-acting insulin.

  • B. Check blood glucose at 0300-0400 hours; if not below target, increase bedtime intermediate acting insulin.

  • C. Decrease the bedtime intermediate-acting insulin to decrease the risk of nocturnal hypoglycemia.

  • D. Adjust his nutrient intake and encourage increased physical activity.

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

Hannah and her family will be traveling to England, which is 5 hours ahead. What should the diabetes educator recommend regarding insulin adjustment?

Select one of the following:

  • A. Reduce insulin when traveling to England.

  • B. Increase insulin when traveling to England.

  • C. No insulin dose adjustments are required.

  • D. Upon return, adjust the usual insulin doses by 30%.

Explanation

Question 7 of 10

1

When teaching Hannah's parents about hypoglycemia which of the following statements is most critical?

Select one of the following:

  • A. Hannah may not recognize or verbalize hypoglycemia.

  • B. Testing should be done at 0300 hours twice per week.

  • C. Testing is necessary to confirm hypoglycemia.

  • D. Hannah's bedtime snack must include 15 g of carbohydrate and a protein choice.

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

Hannah has been unwell with influenza for 6 hours. Her mom reports Hannah has vomited once. What is the most appropriate response for sick-day management?

Select one of the following:

  • A. Ensure adequate oral intake every 2 hours.

  • B. Test blood glucose and ketones and discontinue the insulin.

  • C. Test blood glucose and ketones and continue the insulin.

  • D. Take Hannah to the nearest emergency department.

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

1

Bob has type 2 diabetes and has been prescribed acarbose 50 mg TID. He takes no other oral agents for his diabetes. What is the best advice to give Bob?

Select one of the following:

  • A. Take your medications during meals.

  • B. Test your blood glucose before meals.

  • C. Take your medication with the first bite of the meal.

  • D. Take your medication after meals.

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

1

What is the most important factor when assessing the learning needs of a client?

Select one of the following:

  • A. the client's diabetes control as assessed by a recent A!C.

  • B. The client's past attendance at a diabetes education program.

  • C. The client's perception of his/her present problem or concern

  • D. The Client's past experience and knowledge related to diabetes.

Explanation

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