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Understanding Diabetes

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main function of insulin in the body?

a)

To break down proteins

b)

To allow glucose to enter cells for energy

c)

To store fat in the body

d)

To produce red blood cells

2.

Which type of diabetes is most common in children?

a)

Pre-diabetes

b)

Gestational diabetes

c)

Type 2 diabetes

d)

Type 1 diabetes

3.

What is a common symptom when blood glucose is too high?

a)

Feeling very thirsty

b)

Having a headache

c)

Feeling very sleepy

d)

Feeling very cold

4.

What happens when the body uses fat for energy instead of glucose?

a)

The body becomes dehydrated

b)

The body produces more insulin

c)

The body makes ketones

d)

The body gains weight

5.

What is the 'honeymoon phase' in diabetes?

a)

A time when the body starts making some insulin again

b)

A time when blood glucose levels are always normal

c)

A phase when insulin is not needed

d)

A period when diabetes symptoms disappear

6.

What is the normal range for blood glucose levels?

a)

70 to 120 mg/dl

b)

100 to 180 mg/dl

c)

90 to 150 mg/dl

d)

50 to 100 mg/dl

7.

What is insulin resistance?

a)

When the body makes too much insulin

b)

When the body cannot use insulin well

c)

When insulin is not needed

d)

When the body stops making insulin

8.

What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?

a)

A condition where blood glucose is too low

b)

A condition where the blood becomes too acidic

c)

A condition where the body has too much insulin

d)

A condition where the body produces too much glucose

9.

What should you do to manage diabetes effectively?

a)

Avoid all physical activities

b)

Count carbohydrates in foods

c)

Take insulin only when feeling sick

d)

Check blood glucose once a week

10.

What is a potential long-term effect of high blood glucose?

a)

Permanent health problems

b)

Improved vision

c)

Increased energy levels

d)

Stronger immune system