Constant thirst, excessive eating, excessive urination and weakness are symptoms MOST likely associated with:
a. Hypoglycemia
b. Hyperglycemia
c. Type I diabetes
d. Type II diabetes
b
Rationale: a. Hypoglycemia is referred to as "insulin shock" and associated with rapidly decreasing level of consciousness.
b. Correct.
c. Type I diabetes is a condition in which insulin is not produced or not produced in sufficient quantities to maintain blood glucose levels. Either hypo -or hyperglycemia may result.
d. Type II diabetes results later in life due to age, genetics, or obesity and may result in either hypo- or hyperglycemia.
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