BBH 101 Exam 3 Study Guide with Complete Solutions
diabetes - Answer️️ -deficit in producing insulin or insulin resistance (not
responding properly to insulin)
role of the insulin - Answer️️ --absorbs glucose from the blood
-maintains equilibrium of glucose in the bloodstream
where is ...
(what body parts especially affected) - Answer✔️✔️--blood vessels
supplying nerves are damaged
-especially hands and feet
why are amputations a complication of diabetes - 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 - Answer✔️✔️--high
blood glucose levels but body can't use it for energy
-breakdown fats --> produce ketones --> acidic blood
diabetes prevention program (DPP) - Answer✔️✔️--3000 participants (over 3
years)
-at risk of developing type 2 diabetes
-average age 51 years
-average BMI 34
DPP study structure - Answer✔️✔️-1) intensive behavior change: weight
loss, reduced fat intake, 150 min of exercise per week
2) general advice and placebo
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