Understanding Type 1 Diabetes and Predictive Testing

Understanding Type 1 Diabetes and Predictive Testing

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses a blood test that can predict the likelihood of developing Type 1 diabetes in children. It explains the types of diabetes, focusing on Type 1, and the genetic and environmental factors involved. The video highlights the dangers of diabetic ketoacidosis and the importance of early diagnosis. Ethical considerations of testing young children are discussed, along with management strategies for Type 1 diabetes, including the use of teplizumab to delay onset.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the predictive test discussed in the introduction?

Determining the likelihood of developing Type 1 diabetes

Predicting the number of pets one will have

Predicting future career paths

Forecasting future housing situations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of diabetes is characterized as an autoimmune condition?

Type 2 diabetes

Gestational diabetes

Type 1 diabetes

Diabetes insipidus

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential consequence of untreated Type 1 diabetes?

Weight gain

Increased appetite

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Improved vision

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the predictive blood test for Type 1 diabetes detect?

Autoantibodies

Blood sugar levels

Blood pressure

Cholesterol levels

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the lifetime risk of developing Type 1 diabetes if the predictive test is positive?

25%

50%

75%

Nearly 100%

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one ethical concern regarding testing young children for Type 1 diabetes?

The cost of the test

The psychological impact on children

The accuracy of the test

The availability of the test

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a possible intervention if a child tests positive for Type 1 diabetes autoantibodies?

Dietary changes

Immediate insulin therapy

Teplizumab medication

Surgical removal of the pancreas

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