Diabetic Neuropathy

1. Oxidative stress to the mitochondria in the dorsal root ganglia makes the distal nerves more vulnerable to neuropathy.

a) True
b) False

2. A 10-gram monofilament may be used to assess sensory response during a physical examination.

a) True
b) False

3. Small fiber symptoms of distal symmetric polyneuropathy include burning pain, shooting pains, tingling, and sympathetic vasomotor changes.

a) True
b) False

4. The following area(s) should be observed during a physical examination assessing neuropathy:

a) Cranial nerves
b) Motor function
c) Sensory function
d) Reflexes
e) All of the above

5. Diabetic oculomotor palsy is the most common cranial neuropathy.

a) True
b) False

6. They following are different types of diabetic neuropathy:

a) Small fiber neuropathy
b) Distal symmetric polyneuropathy
c) Diabetic radiculoplexus neuropathy
d) Autonomic neuropathy
e) All of the above

7. A patient that presents with monomelic symptoms should be referred to have a nerve conduction study.

a) True
b) False

8. Symptoms of autonomic neuropathy include:

a) Erectile dysfunction
b) Constipation
c) Orthostatic hypotension
d) Reduced night vision
e) All of the above

9. Interventions for Diabetic Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy (DSPN) are intended to halt progression but do not reverse, in most cases.

a) True
b) False