Answer 1 is incorrect. 1.4% chose this answer. “Hypoglycemia is a minor concern and rarely leads to hospitalization.” Hypoglycemia can lead to falls, confusion and loss of consciousness, all of which can precipitate hospitalization.

Answer 2 is incorrect. 1.4% of you chose this answer. “Only severe hypoglycemia results in hospitalization.” Even mild hypoglycemia can lead to falls and confusion, and if not treated, can worsen and result in loss of consciousness and hospitalization.

Answer 3 is correct. About 93.95% of respondents chose this. “Hypoglycemia, whether mild or severe, significantly increases the risk of hospitalization.”  GREAT JOB! This is the best answer. Creating a collaborative plan to PREVENT hypoglycemia is especially important for people taking secretagogues or using insulin therapy.

Finally, Answer 4 is incorrect. 3.26% chose this answer. “Hospitalization from hypoglycemia is mainly a concern for people with type 1 diabetes.” Older people with type 2 diabetes and diminished renal function, who use insulin or secretagogues to lower glucose levels, are at risk of severe hypoglycemia and require close glucose monitoring.

We hope you appreciate this week’s rationale! Thank you so much for taking the time to answer our Question of the Week and participate in this fun learning activity!