Which Is Characteristic of the Immune-Mediated Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which is characteristic of the immune-mediated type 1 diabetes mellitus?

• A) Ketoacidosis is infrequent.
• B) Onset is gradual.
• C) Age at onset is usually younger than 20 years.
• D) Oral agents are often effective for treatment.

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Definitions:

Directs Behavior

Influences or guides actions and responses of an organism or system in certain situations, often in response to external stimuli or internal states.

Motivated State

A psychological condition in which an individual is driven or moved to behave in a particular way due to internal or external forces.

Physiological Need

A basic bodily requirement that must be met to maintain health and survival, such as the need for food, water, and sleep.

Drive Reduction

A theory in psychology that suggests motivation arises from the desire to reduce internal drives caused by unmet biological needs.