CME Pre-Test

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AAFP: This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 1.0 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins May 15, 2010. Term of approval is for two year(s) from this date, with option for yearly renewal.

AMA: The Georgia Academy of Family Physicians is accredited by the Medical Association of Georgia to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  The Georgia Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please choose the best answer for the following questions.

1. Would you describe the following statement as true OR false?
Excellent evidence documents that when patients achieve control of their HbA1c, LDL and Blood pressure through life style changes and medication, obtain recommended immunizations, eye exams, foot exams, urine microalbumin and take aspirin daily, significant reduction in complications will be achieved.
True
False
 
2. The ADA recommends that the A1C goal for an individual patient is an A1C close to normal (6%) as possible without significant hypoglycemia.
True
False
 
3. Identify barriers clinicians face when treating diabetic patients.
Communication/literacy
Transportation
Inability to pay/no insurance
All of the above
 
4. Which is not a recommendation for the use of fish oil?
Rigorous purification processes in fish oil manufacturing reduces risk of environmental toxins.
The efficacy of fish oil therapy is most dependent on the amount of omega-3 fatty acids (such as EPA and DHA) in each capsule, not the total amount of fish oil concentrate
Fish oil will make the patient's hair and skin appear healthy
Fish oil supplements are not subject to FDA approval requirements. So amount of EPA DHA varies
Patients may need 11 capsules of fish oil supplements to match the amount of omega-3 fatty acid in 4 capsules of prescription fish oil (Lovaza).
 
5. Is a team approach important when treating a diabetic patient?
Yes
No