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What is the result when the body doesn't have enough insulin to allow blood sugar into cells for energy?
What is the result when the body doesn't have enough insulin to allow blood sugar into cells for energy?
- The liver breaks down carbohydrates for fuel
- The liver breaks down fat for fuel, producing acids called ketones (correct)
- The liver breaks down water for fuel
- The liver breaks down protein for fuel
What is the consequence of absolute insulin deficiency in the body?
What is the consequence of absolute insulin deficiency in the body?
- Excess insulin production
- Blood sugar levels decrease
- The body produces more hormones
- The body burns protein and fat reserves (correct)
What is Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA) a complication of?
What is Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA) a complication of?
- Type II diabetes
- Pancreatic disease
- Gestational diabetes
- Type I diabetes (correct)
What is the outcome when the liver breaks down fat for fuel?
What is the outcome when the liver breaks down fat for fuel?
What is the relationship between DKA and insulin?
What is the relationship between DKA and insulin?
What is the primary cause of Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is the primary cause of Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is the consequence of the body burning protein and fat reserves?
What is the consequence of the body burning protein and fat reserves?
What is the result of the liver breaking down fat for fuel in Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is the result of the liver breaking down fat for fuel in Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA) a complication of in Type I diabetes?
What is Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA) a complication of in Type I diabetes?
What is the primary characteristic of Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is the primary characteristic of Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is the result of insufficient insulin in Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
What is the result of insufficient insulin in Diabetic Ketone Acidosis (DKA)?
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