Beta Blockers Are Prescribed for Diabetics with Caution Because of Their

question 8

Multiple Choice

Beta blockers are prescribed for diabetics with caution because of their ability to produce hypoglycemia and block the common symptoms of it. Which of the following symptoms of hypoglycemia is not blocked by these drugs and so can be used to warn diabetics of possible decreased blood glucose?

• A) Dizziness
• B) Increased heart rate
• C) Nervousness and shakiness
• D) Diaphoresis

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Definitions:

Uncollectible

Accounts receivable that are considered unlikely to be recovered and may be written off as a bad debt expense.

Adjusting Entry

An accounting journal entry made at the end of an accounting period to allocate income and expenditures to the appropriate period.

Bad Debt Expense

The cost associated with accounts receivable that a company does not expect to collect due to customer default.

Allowance For Doubtful Accounts

The contra asset account for accounts receivable.