Older adults and minority groups, especially African American, Hispanic, and Native American, are more likely to develop diabetes and have greater complications and higher death ra... Older adults and minority groups, especially African American, Hispanic, and Native American, are more likely to develop diabetes and have greater complications and higher death rates from diabetes. Review the functions of insulin, know the classifications of diabetes, compare and contrast type 1 and type 2 diabetes, list factors determining prediabetes, note the correlation between type 2 diabetes, obesity, diet, and activity. Know the clinical manifestations of diabetes, the ADA’s diagnostic criteria, and the goal of diabetes treatment. Understand dietary management, exercise benefits, and the actions and types of insulin. Review hypoglycemia, DKA, HHS, and their treatments, as well as the complications of diabetes and self-care behaviors to prevent them.
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The question is asking to review and summarize information on diabetes, including its types, complications, treatment, and management. The goal is to understand the factors affecting diabetes, its clinical manifestations, and patient education regarding self-management and prevention of complications.
Answer
Type 2 diabetes is more prevalent in minority groups, linked to factors like obesity and diet. Insulin aids glucose entry into cells; Type 1 diabetes is autoimmune, Type 2 is due to insulin resistance.
Type 2 diabetes rates are generally higher in minority groups like African American, Hispanic, and Native American populations, often linked to obesity, diet, and physical inactivity. Insulin is necessary to help glucose enter cells. Type 1 diabetes typically involves an autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells, while Type 2 involves insulin resistance.
Answer for screen readers
Type 2 diabetes rates are generally higher in minority groups like African American, Hispanic, and Native American populations, often linked to obesity, diet, and physical inactivity. Insulin is necessary to help glucose enter cells. Type 1 diabetes typically involves an autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells, while Type 2 involves insulin resistance.
More Information
Type 2 diabetes is influenced by several factors, including genetic predisposition, lifestyle choices, and access to healthcare. Lifestyle changes can significantly reduce the risk and help manage the condition.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes; Type 1 is autoimmune with no insulin production, while Type 2 involves the body's ineffective use of insulin.
Sources
- Diabetes and African Americans - Office of Minority Health - HHS.gov - minorityhealth.hhs.gov
- Understanding the growing epidemic of type 2 diabetes - NCBI - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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