Which is characteristic of the immune-mediated type 1 diabetes mellitus?
a. Ketoacidosis is infrequent.
b. Onset is gradual.
c. Age at onset is usually younger than 20 years.
d. Oral agents are often effective for treatment.
ANS: C
The immune-mediated type 1 diabetes mellitus typically has its onset in children or young adults. Infrequent ketoacidosis, gradual onset, and effectiveness of oral agents for treatment are more consistent with type 2 diabetes.
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True False