Diabetes Flashcards by Brooke Boychuk | Brainscape

Q

Difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

A

Type 1 = pancreas doesn’t provide insulin

Type 2 = body cannot use insulin

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Q

3 short term complications of diabetes?

A

Ketoacidosis
Infections
Coma

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2 long term complications?

A

Macro vascular complications

Micro vascular complications

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Q

Typical symptoms of diabetes?

A

Thirst
Frequent urination
Dizziness
Blurry vision

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Q

What is insulin?

A

A hormone.

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