Appendix E

HCA/240 Version 4
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Associate Level Material
Appendix E
For this assignment, complete this chart to create an easy-to-read reference that will help you understand how the two forms of diabetes mellitus
differ. Maintaining proper levels of insulin is critical for diabetes patients. he means by which insulin can be regulated depends upon which type of
diabetes a patient has.
Complete the chart with a !"- to "#-word response for each box.
Form of diabetes
Age of
onset
Defects in insulin and effects
on glucose metabolism
Risk factors Preention and treatment
!"pe #$ #nsulin%dependent
diabetes mellitus
$sually
prior to
age %#
Insulin deficiency insulin is the hormone
responsible for keeping the glucose level
in the blood stream. Our bodies produce
energy through the metabolism. If the
pancreas does not produce insulin no
energy is being renewed that is necessary.
for life.
Genetics and exposure to certain viruses,
family history and major discovery
location. inland and !ardinia have the
highest incident of type " diabetes# about
two to three times higher than rates in the
$nited !tates and %&& times that of people
living in 'ene(uela )*&"" mayo
foundation for medical +ducation and
,esearch-.
.revention is unknown at this time but a
well#balanced diet and exercise is always
encouraged. /anaged but curable once
you have type " diabetes it0s with you for
life. 1aking the recommended dose and
keeping an ideal weight.
!"pe ##$ &oninsulin%
dependent diabetes
mellitus
$sually
after age
&"
1he 1ype II diabetes # Insulin
resistant the body resists glucose
the main form of energy. Instead
of moving into your cells, sugar
builds up in your bloodstream.
2ot all reasons are know what causes type
* diabetes however obesity, lack
of exercise, family history, race, and age
are proven to be associated with diabetes
type II.
3 healthy lifestyle may help ward off
diabetes. 4ealthy lifestyle would include
diet and exercise. !hedding any extra
weight. 1reatment for.
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