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Which part of the pancreas produces enzymes to help with the digestion of food?
Which part of the pancreas produces enzymes to help with the digestion of food?
- Islets of Langer
- Exocrine cells (correct)
- Duodenum
- Endocrine cells
What is the function of the endocrine pancreas?
What is the function of the endocrine pancreas?
- To produce enzymes for digestion
- To aid in the absorption of nutrients
- To regulate blood glucose levels (correct)
- To release enzymes into the duodenum
What are the islets of Langerhans?
What are the islets of Langerhans?
- Small islands of cells in the pancreas (correct)
- Cells that aid in the absorption of nutrients
- Enzymes released by the exocrine pancreas
- The first part of the small bowel
What is the main focus of dietary modifications for people with diabetes?
What is the main focus of dietary modifications for people with diabetes?
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What is the role of the nurse in diabetes mellitus?
What is the role of the nurse in diabetes mellitus?
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