Maintaining internal environments B3.2

Question 1

Describe the importance of considering side-effects when evaluating hormonal and non-hormonal methods of contraception.

Answer 1

Side-effects such as irregular periods, acne, headaches, and mood changes can impact the effectiveness and user experience of different contraceptive methods.

Question 2

What is the significance of ‘doing it wrong’ when using barrier or ‘natural’ methods of contraception?

Answer 2

Proper usage is crucial for effectiveness; for example, a condom breaking or incorrect timing of withdrawal can lead to method failure.

Question 3

Explain the relationship between contraception and sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Answer 3

Condoms are the only contraceptive method that can provide protection against STIs, highlighting their importance in preventing the transmission of infections during sexual intercourse.

Question 4

What type of contraception is a condom?

Answer 4

Barrier Method

Question 5

What type of contraception is the combined pill?

Answer 5

Hormonal method (non-barrier)

Question 6

Define homeostasis in the context of maintaining a constant internal environment.

Answer 6

Homeostasis refers to the body’s ability to regulate and maintain stable internal conditions, like blood sugar levels.

Question 7

Do insulin and glucagon play a role in controlling blood sugar levels?

Answer 7

Yes, the pancreas uses insulin and glucagon to monitor and regulate blood sugar levels.

Question 8

Describe the process of storing excess glucose in the body.

Answer 8

Excess is stored as glycogen in liver and muscles. If too much, it will be stored in the tissues as fat.

Question 9

Describe the difference between type 1 type 2 diabetes in terms of insulin production and response.

Answer 9

Type 1 - No or little to no insulin production in the pancreas (typically from birth)
Type 2 - Cells become resistant to the production of insulin

Question 10

What is the primary treatment method for individuals with type 1 diabetes?

Answer 10

Insulin therapy - Inject themselves with insulin when blood sugar levels are low. Before meals.

Can also manage blood sugar levels through regular exercise and diet (less carbohydrates, sugars etc)

Question 11

What lifestyle changes can help manage type 2 diabetes?

Answer 11

Eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and losing weight if necessary can assist in controlling type 2 diabetes.

Question 12

What is a key factor to getting type 2 diabetes?

Answer 12

Unhealthy - high sugar, high carbohydrate diet.
Obesity

Question 13

How do drugs help in managing type 2 diabetes?

Answer 13

Improve the bodies response to insulin.