Paper 2: Diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the causes of type 1 diabetes?
A
Immune system has damaged the persons insulin-secreting pancreatic cells so that the person doesn’t produce insulin
2
Q
How can type 1 diabetes be controlled?
A
Inject insulin into the fat below the skin
3
Q
What are the causes of type 2 diabetes?
A
The person does produce enough insulin but their liver and muscle cells have become resistant to it
4
Q
How can you control type 2 diabetes?
A
Eating foods that contain less sugar
Exercising
Medication (if needed)
5
Q
How do you calculate a person BMI?
A
Weight (kg) / height (squared)
