Which of the Following Does NOT Characterize Diabetes Mellitus

question 172

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does NOT characterize diabetes mellitus?

• A) increased glucose utilization due to excessive glucose availability
• B) polyuria due to the osmotic effect of glucose in the urine
• C) acidosis due to the ketosis accompanying abnormal fat metabolism
• D) polydipsia due to dehydration

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Definitions:

Counterconditioning

A behavior therapy technique that involves replacing an undesirable response to a stimulus with a more desirable one.

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after being paired with an unconditioned stimulus, comes to trigger a conditioned response.

Unwanted Conditioned Response

A learned response that is undesirable or negative, which occurs after conditioning to an initially neutral stimulus.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses and anxiety through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation combined with relaxation exercises.