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Which of the following is the best definition of diabetes mellitus? a. It is a group of metabolic diseases in which high blood glucose results from defective insulin secretion or action. b. It is a disease that causes polyuria and polydipsia. c. It is a disease characterized by macrovascular and microvascular complications. d. It is a complex disease of protein and fat metabolism.

Which male reproductive duct carries sperm into the abdominal cavity? a. Urethra b. Epididymis c. Ductus deferens d. Ejaculatory duct

Which of the following is the usual site of fertilization? a. Ovary b. Uterus c. Vagina d. Fallopian tube

Which of the following is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes mellitus? a. Cardiovascular disease b. Obesity c. Age younger than 40 years d. Virus exposure

Which procedure is most helpful in distinguishing a fluid-filled mass from a solid mass of the breast? a. \(\mathrm{BSE}\) b. Mammogram c. Clinical breast examination d. Ultrasound

Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with hyperglycemia? a. Tremor b. Flank pain c. Sweating d. Polyuria

Which of the following items should be placed out in preparation for a Pap smear? Choose all responses that are correct. a. \(50-\mathrm{mL}\) syringe b. Vaginal speculum c. Lubricant d. Clean gloves e. Slides and fixative spray f. Normal saline

Protein in the urine is a sign of which long-term complication of diabetes? a. Nephropathy b. Neuropathy c. Retinopathy d. Gastroparesis

When obtaining the history of a 17 -year-old male during a sports physical, what important screening practice should be discussed? a. Yearly DRE b. Monthly TSE c. Yearly PSA d. Bimonthly bimanual examination

What is the best way for patients to avoid long-term complications of diabetes? a. See the doctor for a complete check-up every 6 months. b. Check feet daily. c. Maintain blood sugar levels under \(130 \mathrm{mg} / \mathrm{dL}\). d. Follow a strict 1500 -calorie diet.