Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition that develops when a person's ​ ​ (a)   is too high

• blood sugar
• blood sodium (salt)
• carbon dioxide
• starch

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Glucose is a form of...

• salt

• sugar

• protein

• enzyme

Insulin

• Allows glucose to enter the cell

• breaks glucose down

• blocks insulin from entering the cell

• converts glucose into starch

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In a patient with Type 1 diabetes, their body isn't making...

• proteins

• insulin

• starch

• glucose

Which three molecules do our bodies need in order to make energy?

• oxygen

• amino acids

• carbon dioxide

• oxygen

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Diabetes mainly impacts which two systems?

• Respiratory system

• Digestive System

• Circulatory System

• Muscular System

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What role does insulin play in the body?

• It increases blood sugar levels

• It decreases blood sugar levels by allowing sugar to enter cells

• It breaks down fat for energy

• It stimulates appetite

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How is Type 1 diabetes primarily managed?

• With oral medications

• Through diet and exercise alone

• With insulin injections or an insulin pump

• It does not require any management

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