Diabetes Basics
This is a condition where blood sugar is too high.
What is diabetes?
Name one common symptom of diabetes.
Frequent urination / increased thirst / fatigue / blurry vision.
What is the normal blood sugar range before meals?
80–130 mg/dL.
What is the recommended daily activity goal?
About 30 minutes per day.
Name one organ damaged by high blood sugar.
Heart, kidneys, eyes, or nerves.
What are the 3 main types of diabetes?
Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes.
What vision-related symptom can occur with high blood sugar?
What is Blurry vision?
What should blood sugar be after meals?
Less than 180 mg/dL.
Why should sugary drinks be limited?
They raise blood sugar quickly.
What should you do first for low blood sugar?
Consume fast-acting sugar (juice, soda, candy).
Which type of diabetes involves no insulin production?
What is Type 1 diabetes?
What type of wounds are common in uncontrolled diabetes?
What are Slow-healing wounds?
What device is used to check blood sugar?
A glucometer.
What is the “plate method”?
Half veggies, ¼ protein, ¼ carbohydrates.
What is one way to manage high blood sugar?
Drink water, take meds, or do light activity.
Which type of diabetes is most common and involves insulin resistance?
What is Type 2 diabetes?
What are two signs of hypoglycemia?
Shaking, sweating, dizziness, confusion.
When should blood sugar be checked?
Before meals and when feeling “off.”
Name one low-cost, diabetes-friendly food.
Beans, lentils, eggs, peanut butter, canned tuna
Why is foot care important in diabetes?
To prevent infections and complications.
This hormone controls blood sugar levels.
What is Insulin?
What are two symptoms of hyperglycemia?
Increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurry vision.
What blood sugar level defines hypoglycemia?
Less than 70 mg/dL.
Name two daily habits that help manage diabetes.
Monitoring blood sugar, staying hydrated, not skipping meals, carrying snacks, staying active.
Name two ways to prevent complications.
Control blood sugar, take meds, eat healthy, stay active, attend checkups.