Understanding Diabetes

What is diabetes primarily characterized by?

• Low blood pressure

• High blood glucose levels

• Decreased heart rate

• Increased insulin production

What is prediabetes?

• A permanent condition that results in high blood sugar levels

• A condition where blood sugar levels are high but not high enough to be classified as diabetes

• A type of diabetes that occurs only in pregnant women

• A less severe form of diabetes that does not require treatment

What hormone is essential for the intake of glucose by the body's cells?

• Glucagon

• Insulin

• Cortisol

• Adrenaline

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How is glucose taken into the body's cells?

• Via insulin binding to receptors on cells

• Through direct absorption without hormones

• Through glucagon activation

• By adrenaline stimulating glucose intake

Which type of diabetes is characterized by the body's immune system attacking beta cells?

• Gestational Diabetes

• Prediabetes

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Type 1 Diabetes

What is a common management strategy for Type 1 Diabetes?

• No intervention needed

• Exercise only

• High-carb diet

• Insulin injections

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What is a key characteristic of Type 1 Diabetes onset?

• It develops gradually over many years

• It primarily occurs in individuals over the age of 50

• Symptoms usually start suddenly and before the age of 20

• It is most common in pregnant women

Which type of diabetes is known for insulin resistance?

• Type 1 Diabetes

• Type 2 Diabetes

• Gestational Diabetes

• Prediabetes

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What lifestyle factors can increase the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes?

• Low-sugar diet

• High insulin production

• Regular exercise

• Obesity and inactive lifestyle

What percentage of all diabetics does Type 2 account for?

• About 30 to 40%

• About 10 to 20%

• About 80 to 90%

• About 50 to 60%