DIABETES Flashcards
1
Q
What happens when blood glucose levels are too high?
A
Insulin is released from the pancreas into the bloodstream
2
Q
What is absorbed glucose turned into?
A
Glycogen
3
Q
What can’t a diabetic person’s body regulate?
A
Blood glucose
4
Q
Glucose is a ?
A
Carbohydrate
5
Q
What is the underlying issue in type 1 diabetes?
A
Pancreas doesnt release enough insulin
6
Q
How is type 1 diabetes managed?
A
Inject insulin - after meals as they do not produce themselves
Monitor diet - not too much sugary food
Lots of exercise - muscles absorb blood glucose
7
Q
What is the underlying issue with type 2 diabetes?
A
Body tissues become resistant to insulin
8
Q
What factors increase risk of type 2 diabetes?
A
Lack of exercise
Poor diet
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