Diabetes Management and Safety

The video provides an overview of diabetes, a chronic disease affecting both adults and children. It explains the importance of managing diabetes through a balance of diet, exercise, and medication. The role of glucose and insulin in the body is discussed, along with the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The video highlights the complications that can arise from improper management and emphasizes the importance of a school diabetes management plan. It concludes by stressing the need for proper training and teamwork to ensure the safety and well-being of students with diabetes.

What is the primary goal of diabetes management?

• To manage blood glucose levels 24/7

• To prevent diabetes from occurring

• To cure diabetes completely

• To eliminate the need for insulin

How does insulin function in the body?

• It prevents glucose from entering the bloodstream

• It breaks down carbohydrates into glucose

• It carries glucose from the blood into cells

• It increases blood glucose levels

What is a key difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

• Type 1 diabetes is caused by obesity

• Type 2 diabetes can be cured with diet alone

• Type 2 diabetes is more common in children

• Type 1 diabetes involves no insulin production

Which factor is NOT a risk for type 2 diabetes?

• Inactivity

• Excessive insulin production

• Being overweight

• Poor nutrition

What is hyperglycemia?

• Low blood glucose levels

• High blood glucose levels

• Fluctuating blood glucose levels

• Normal blood glucose levels

What is the role of a school diabetes team?

• To provide insulin to all students

• To eliminate diabetes from the school

• To maintain a balance for students with diabetes

• To manage the school's diet plan

What can happen if blood glucose levels are too low?

• Improved insulin function

• Hypoglycemia

• Increased energy

• Hyperglycemia

Which of the following is a long-term complication of unmanaged diabetes?

• Improved vision

• Heart disease

• Weight loss

• Increased insulin production

Why is good care important for diabetes management?

• To increase blood glucose levels

• To prevent short-term and long-term complications

• To eliminate the need for medication

• To completely cure diabetes

How can schools ensure the safety of students with diabetes?

• By eliminating insulin use

• By having a trained diabetes team

• By providing sugary snacks

• By avoiding any physical activity