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QMA INSULIN PRACTICE TEST 57
complete solutions.
Endocrine system - ANSWER- composed of glands that secrete different types of
hormone that affect almost every cell, organ and function of your body. It is essential in
regulating growth and development, metabolism, as well as reproductive processes and
mood.
The pancreas is a gland in the _________ system? - ANSWER- Endocrine System
The pancreas secretes which two hormones? - ANSWER- Insulin , Glucagon
What is the purpose of Insulin? - ANSWER- To carry glucose from the blood stream into
the cells for use of energy and fuel
Normal fasting or ac blood sugar range? - ANSWER- 70-110
ketoacidosis - ANSWER- excessive production of ketones, making the blood acid
diabetes mellitus - ANSWER- insulin is not secreted adequately or tissues are resistant
to its effects
Seven signs of Diabetes Mellitus - ANSWER- unusual thirst, frequent urination, extreme
hunger, blurred vision, unusual weight lost, extreme fatigue, irritability
what are the two most common diabetes mellitus - ANSWER- type 1 & type 2
What is type 1 diabetes? - ANSWER- insulin dependent, diagnosed in childhood or
early adulthood
What is type 2 diabetes mellitus? - ANSWER- poor life style choices, excessive body
fat, produces insulin but body doesnt use it effectively known as insulin resistance
How does aging affect the body as related to diabetes and the pancreas? - ANSWER-
Cells become more resistant to the effects of insulin, more difficulty metabolizing
glucose, The cells in the pancreas that produce insulin becomes less sensitive with age
and don't produce insulin quickly enough to respond to high blood sugar.
What are the three P's of hyperglycemia? - ANSWER- polyuria - frequent urination,
polydipsia- frequent thirst, polyphagia-frequent hunger