Which of the Following Most Accurately Represents the Pathophysiological Sequence

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most accurately represents the pathophysiological sequence of untreated type I diabetes?

• A) Oversecretion of insulin results in hypoglycemia; cells convert to the use of fats for energy resulting in the production of ketone bodies.
• B) Glucose is not absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in hyposecretion of insulin and hypoglycemia. Lack of glucose results in anaerobic metabolism and acidosis.
• C) Hyposecretion of insulin prevents glucose from being broken down in the gastrointestinal tract; too much glucose is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract resulting in hyperglycemia and ketoacidosis.
• D) Hyposecretion of insulin results in inability of glucose to enter cells; blood glucose levels rise, and cells convert to the use of fats for energy, resulting in the production of ketone bodies.

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Definitions:

Psychosexual Stages

Freud's theory that children pass through a series of stages centered on erogenous zones, with successful navigation key to personality development.

Infancy

The early stage of childhood that spans from birth to 2 years, characterized by rapid physical and cognitive development.

Oral Stage

is the first stage in Freud's psychosexual development theory, occurring from birth to about 18 months, where an infant's pleasure centers are in the mouth.

Oedipus Complex

A Freudian concept in psychoanalytic theory that describes a child's feelings of desire for their opposite-sex parent and jealousy and rivalry with their same-sex parent.