Diabetes Quiz: Causes and Risks
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What is the primary cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes?

  • High protein diet
  • Increased water intake
  • Defects in insulin secretion (correct)
  • Excessive physical activity

    • Which of the following is classified as a condition between normal levels and diabetes?

  • Impaired Fasting Glucose (IFG) (correct)
  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Type 2 Diabetes

    • Which of the following risk factors is most strongly associated with Type 2 Diabetes?

  • Low blood sugar levels
  • Daily exercise routine
  • Age less than 30 years
  • Family history of diabetes (correct)

    • What effect does insulin have on blood glucose levels after a meal?

    <p>Moves glucose into cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What hormone is released to raise low blood glucose levels?

    <p>Glucagon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Type 1 Diabetes constitutes what percentage of all diabetes cases?

    <p>Approximately 5% to 10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these populations is at a higher risk for diabetes?

    <p>Older adults aged 45 and above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the function of insulin is correct?

    <p>Enhances the storage of fat in adipose tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in Type 1 diabetes?

    <p>Autoimmune process and environmental factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 'Three Ps' commonly associated with diabetes symptoms?

    <p>Polyuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor significantly contributes to insulin resistance in Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Lack of physical activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does the onset of Type 2 diabetes typically occur?

    <p>After the age of 30</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common treatment strategy for Type 2 diabetes in its early stages?

    <p>Diet and exercise changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which test is more effective in diagnosing glucose intolerance compared to urine testing?

    <p>Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What risk factor is associated with Type 1 diabetes?

    <p>Familial genetic predisposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition does not typically occur in individuals with Type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Ketoacidosis (DKA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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