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Type 1 diabetes and military fitness — DOccMed MCQ

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A 30-year-old infantry officer diagnosed with T1DM. His role includes weapons handling, military vehicle driving, and deployment to austere environments. What is the most appropriate advice?

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Correct answer: D — Individual risk assessment considering role demands, hypoglycaemia risk, and medical support in deployment

Individual assessment is required considering hypoglycaemia risk during weapons handling, driving, and deployment where medical support may be limited.

Reference: MOD Fitness Standards; FOM Fitness for Work