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What is a major consequence of the body's inability to use glucose for energy?
What is a major consequence of the body's inability to use glucose for energy?
- Breakdown of fat into ketones as a fuel source (correct)
- Increased insulin production
- Enhanced glycogen storage in the liver
- Increased glucose absorption in the gut
Which hormone regulates the entry of glucose into cells for energy production?
Which hormone regulates the entry of glucose into cells for energy production?
- Epinephrine
- Cortisol
- Insulin (correct)
- Glucagon
What is the primary cause of diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the primary cause of diabetic ketoacidosis?
- Overactive thyroid gland
- Adrenal gland dysfunction
- Insufficient insulin production (correct)
- Excess insulin production
Which of the following is a consequence of ketone body production?
Which of the following is a consequence of ketone body production?
Who is most likely to develop diabetic ketoacidosis?
Who is most likely to develop diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the primary source of energy for the liver when it rapidly breaks down fat during diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the primary source of energy for the liver when it rapidly breaks down fat during diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the result of the counter-regulatory hormones' action in diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the result of the counter-regulatory hormones' action in diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the effect of osmotic diuresis on the body during diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the effect of osmotic diuresis on the body during diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the pH level of the blood in diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the pH level of the blood in diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the primary function of insulin in preventing diabetic ketoacidosis?
What is the primary function of insulin in preventing diabetic ketoacidosis?