Which of the Following Might Occur in an Overdose of Insulin

Question

Which of the following might occur in an overdose of insulin?
A) glycosuria
B) ketoacidosis
C) high blood glucose
D) low blood glucose
E) polyuria

Accepted Answer

Insulin lowers blood glucose levels by promoting the uptake of glucose by cells and storage of glucose as glycogen in the liver and muscles. In an overdose of insulin, blood glucose levels can drop too low (hypoglycemia), leading to symptoms such as confusion, shakiness, sweating, and even loss of consciousness. Glycosuria (A) refers to the presence of glucose in the urine, which can occur in diabetes when blood glucose levels are too high. Ketoacidosis (B) is a serious complication of uncontrolled diabetes, characterized by high blood glucose, accumulation of ketones in the blood, and metabolic acidosis. High blood glucose (C) is the opposite of what happens in an insulin overdose, as insulin is supposed to lower glucose levels. Polyuria (E) refers to excessive urine production, which can occur in diabetes when glucose spills into the urine and drags water with it, leading to dehydration and increased thirst.