Diabetes (a)

A diabetic person may experience an abnormally high blood glucose level. This state is called

You can only experience hypoglycaemia if you are a diabetic.

• true

• false

The form of diabetes that develops during middle age is

• type 1

• type 2

• gestational

Diabetes is becoming more common in younger people, mainly due to

• lack of exercise

• increased screen time

• decreased insulin production by the pancreas

• increased obesity levels

When the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas are no longer working, you have

• obesity

• type 1 diabetes

• type 2 diabetes

Which of the following are risk factors for diabetes?

• ethnicity

• poor diet

• body weight

• low insulin production

• lack of exercise

Diabetes can lead to ulcers, infections and even amputation of the feet. This is due primarily to the effect diabetes has on

• blood vessels

• the immune system

• energy supply

• ability of exercise

Which of the following are long-term consequences of diabetes?

• blindness

• heart disease

• brain damage

• kidney disease

Dietary changes, to include plenty of fruit and vegetables can prevent the onset of diabetes.

• true

• false

Which of the following are early signs that you may be at risk of developing diabetes?

• low energy levels

• blurred vision

• frequently need to urinate

• infections heal very slowly

• foot needs amputating