BBH 101 Exam 3; Questions and Answers
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diabetes Correct Answer-deficit in producing insulin or insulin resistance (not
responding properly to insulin)
role of the insulin Correct Answer--absorbs glucose from the blood
-maintains equilibrium of glucose in the bloodstream
where is ins...
BBH 101 Exam 3; Questions and Answers
Rated A+
diabetes Correct Answer-deficit in producing insulin or insulin resistance (not
responding properly to insulin)
role of the insulin Correct Answer--absorbs glucose from the blood
-maintains equilibrium of glucose in the bloodstream
where is insulin produced Correct Answer-pancreas
excess glucose is stored away as... Correct Answer-glycogen for future use (by
insulin)
diabetes mellitus Correct Answer-(sugar diabetes) literally means "sweet
urine"
-diabetics had to pee a lot, ants were attracted to it
-tasted it; it was sweet
3 most classic symptoms of diabetes mellitus Correct Answer--hyperglycemia
-polyuria
-polydipsia
hyperglycemia Correct Answer--high glucose levels
-water passing from blood to urine has glucose
**to dilute it --> needs more water --> frequent urination --> get thirsty again
polydipsia Correct Answer-get thirsty --> drinking a lot (because peeing a lot)
visual disturbances of diabetes mellitus Correct Answer--double vision
-fuzzy vision
diabetes mellitus symptoms --> weird sensations such as Correct Answer-
tingling, pain, or numbness in *hands* and *feet*
T/F: you can die from either type (1 or 2) of diabetes Correct Answer-true
most common form of diabetes Correct Answer-type 2
type 1 diabetes Correct Answer-- aka insulin-dependent or juvenile diabetes
-early & abrupt onset
-severe insulin deficiency
-autoimmune disorder: insulin cells are destroyed by immune system
type 2 diabetes Correct Answer--Late & gradual onset
, BBH 101 Exam 3; Questions and Answers
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-Insulin resistance: cells just aren't responding to it
-Obesity usually present
what is the greatest risk factor of type 2 diabetes Correct Answer-obesity
gestational diabetes in pregnant women Correct Answer-increase of
hormones --> start to develop insulin resistance
what does gestational diabetes increase the risk of type 2 diabetes Correct
Answer--risk for mom & baby
-risk higher if women doesn't get proper medical treatment
pre-diabetes Correct Answer-blood glucose levels are abnormal but not
enough to meet criteria for diabetes
diabetes is the ___th leading cause of death worldwide Correct Answer-8th
diabetes -- what race/ethnicities have the highest risk of developing Correct
Answer-American Indians, Alaskan Natives
how is smoking a risk factor for diabetes Correct Answer-nicotine interfering
w/insulin receptors
how is diabetes a leading cause of a new case of blindness Correct Answer--
neurons in retina are supplied by glucose by vessels
-damage to vessels causes damage to retina
why can diabetes lead to kidney failure Correct Answer--damage of vessels
-overworked (diluting glucose)
*neuropathy* as a complication of diabetes
(what body parts especially affected) Correct Answer--blood vessels
supplying nerves are damaged
-especially hands and feet
why are amputations a complication of diabetes Correct Answer--loss of
sensation in feet leads to damage
-infection goes unnoticed; late notice --> amputation needed (bad medical care)
hyperglycemic crisis as a complication of diabetes Correct Answer--high
blood glucose levels but body can't use it for energy
-breakdown fats --> produce ketones --> acidic blood
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