The Nurse Is Reviewing the Causes for the Development of Type

question 34

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing the causes for the development of type 1 diabetes mellitus with a patient who is newly diagnosed with the disorder.What major factor in the development of this disease should the nurse include?

• A) Obesity
• B) A high-fat diet
• C) An autoimmune response
• D) A diet high in concentrated carbohydrates

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Definitions:

Lateralization

Lateralization refers to the specialization of function in one hemisphere of the brain or the other, notable in the distinct roles played by the left and right hemispheres in processing different types of cognitive and sensory information.

Creativity

The ability to produce original and valuable ideas, involving imagination and the capacity to solve problems in novel ways.

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around a nerve to allow electrical impulses to transmit quickly and efficiently along the nerve cells.

Impulsiveness

A trait leading individuals to act on a whim, displaying behavior characterized by little or no forethought, reflection, or consideration of consequences.