Pancreas Physio
What hormone do alpha cells produce?
What is glucagon?
What is the main characteristic of Type 1 Diabetes?
What is absolute insulin deficiency?
What is a common tool used for monitoring blood glucose levels?
What is a glucometer?
Name a classic symptom of diabetes.
What is polydipsia?
How does regular exercise impact diabetes management?
What is improving insulin sensitivity?
What role does insulin play in glucose metabolism?
What is facilitating the movement of glucose into cells?
Name a risk factor for Type 2 Diabetes.
What is obesity?
What should a patient do if their blood glucose level is too high?
What is report it to their healthcare provider?
What symptom may indicate hypoglycemia?
What is dizziness or shakiness?
What dietary change can help prevent Type 2 Diabetes?
What is increasing fiber intake?
Which cells produce somatostatin?
What are delta cells?
Which type of diabetes occurs during pregnancy?
What is gestational diabetes?
How can continuous glucose monitors help patients?
What is providing real-time data for better glucose control?
What are some complications associated with prolonged hyperglycemia?
What are slow wound healing and infections?
Name a barrier to adopting a healthier lifestyle for diabetes prevention.
What is lack of access to healthy foods?