West Coast University PATHO 101 Chapter 41 1)Diabetes mellitus is most accurately defined as a disorder that affects Which characteristic uniquely belongs to Type 2 diabetes mellitus? The pathophysiology of gestational diabetes mellitus most closely resembles that of What likelihood is there that gestational diabetes will persist or recur after pregnancy? Current views about the target group and frequency of screening for diabetes are based on concern for the high prevalence in the adult population of Elevated glucose levels in individuals with diabetes mellitus greatly influence fluid balance and hydration because Macrovascular complications of diabetes mellitus include Microvascular complications of diabetes mellitus are seen in Oral antidiabetic agents have been used with success Which statement is true regarding insulin preparations available for use in the United States? For the individual with type 2 diabetes, the immediate problems brought about by hyperglycemia can lead to which of the following? Insulin resistance Polydipsia and polyuria Further diminished insulin secretion Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma in type 2 diabetes is characterized by which of the following? Striking dehydration Mortality rate of 11% With no or slight ketosis Insulin resistance during pregnancy is precipitated by which hormone? Human chorionic somatomammotropin Estrogen Cortisol Ketoacidosis results in which of the following? Increase in hormonal levels of cortisol Continued insulin deficiency   Accumulation of fatty acids Which datum supports a diagnosis of compensatory metabolic alkalosis? History of diabetes Presence of an infection Deep, labored respiration Individuals with diabetes mellitus are particularly susceptible to infections of which of the following? Skin Vagina Urinary tract