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Which of the following best describes the primary role of insulin in the body?
Which of the following best describes the primary role of insulin in the body?
- To break down carbohydrates into glucose during digestion.
- To destroy pancreatic beta cells, reducing insulin production.
- To transport glucose via the bloodstream to body organs.
- To facilitate the uptake of glucose by cells. (correct)
Individuals with Type 2 diabetes always require insulin injections to manage their condition.
Individuals with Type 2 diabetes always require insulin injections to manage their condition.
False (B)
What is the primary difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes concerning insulin production?
What is the primary difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes concerning insulin production?
In Type 1 diabetes, the body produces little to no insulin due to the destruction of pancreatic beta cells, while in Type 2 diabetes, the body may produce enough insulin, but cells become resistant to it.
During digestion, carbohydrates are broken down into ______, which is then transported via the bloodstream.
During digestion, carbohydrates are broken down into ______, which is then transported via the bloodstream.
Which of the following is NOT a typical risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following is NOT a typical risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes?
Gestational diabetes is a chronic condition that lasts a lifetime once diagnosed.
Gestational diabetes is a chronic condition that lasts a lifetime once diagnosed.
Besides insulin injections, what are other key management strategies for Type 1 diabetes?
Besides insulin injections, what are other key management strategies for Type 1 diabetes?
In Type 2 diabetes, cells become resistant to ______, leading to impaired glucose uptake.
In Type 2 diabetes, cells become resistant to ______, leading to impaired glucose uptake.
Which of the following is a characteristic of pre-diabetes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of pre-diabetes?
Match each type of diabetes with its defining characteristic:
Match each type of diabetes with its defining characteristic:
Flashcards
What is diabetes?
What is diabetes?
A group of diseases characterized by high blood glucose levels.
What is Gestational diabetes?
What is Gestational diabetes?
A temporary form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy.
What is pre-diabetes?
What is pre-diabetes?
A condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes.
What is Insulin?
What is Insulin?
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What is Type 1 Diabetes?
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
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What is Type 2 Diabetes?
What is Type 2 Diabetes?
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What is glucose?
What is glucose?
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What is Insulin Resistance?
What is Insulin Resistance?
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What is Insulin-dependent?
What is Insulin-dependent?
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What are key management strategies for Type 2 diabetes?
What are key management strategies for Type 2 diabetes?
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Study Notes
- Diabetes is a group of conditions marked by elevated blood glucose levels.
- High blood sugar can lead to severe health complications.
Types of Diabetes
- Type 1 and Type 2 are chronic forms of diabetes.
- Gestational diabetes is a temporary condition during pregnancy, typically resolving after childbirth.
- Pre-diabetes is a state where blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet diabetic levels; it may or may not develop into diabetes.
Glucose and Insulin
- During digestion, carbs break down into glucose.
- Glucose is transported via the bloodstream to body organs.
- Insulin, produced by pancreatic beta cells, is essential for glucose uptake by cells.
- In healthy individuals, insulin binds to target cells, facilitating glucose intake.
Type 1 Diabetes
- The body mistakenly destroys pancreatic beta cells, resulting in reduced insulin production.
- Leads to less glucose being taken into cells and elevated blood glucose.
- Genetic factors are thought to significantly contribute to the disease.
- Usually starts before age 20
- Requires insulin injections for management (insulin-dependent).
Type 2 Diabetes
- The pancreas produces enough insulin, but target cells are resistant to it.
- Cells do not respond to insulin, leading to impaired glucose uptake.
- Genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors such as obesity, inactivity, and poor diet increase risk.
- Usually starts after age 30
- Weight loss and a low-carb diet are key management strategies.
- Type 2 diabetes represents 80-90% of all diabetes cases.
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