BIOL122 – Human Biological Science 2

Question 1.
Explain the following physiological processes that are important for blood glucose control:
• Insulin synthesis and release
• Insulin binding to target tissues
Question 2.
Explain the pathophysiological basis for the type of diabetes your person/client has. Compare this to
one other type of diabetes.
Question 3. Answer both parts (a) and (b)
(a) Explain how long-term control of blood glucose levels would be measured in your client. Why is
this measure useful in the management of your person’s/client’s disease.
(b) The following drugs are used in the management of diabetes mellitus.
• Metformin
• Insulin
Choose ONE that is appropriate for your person/client. Discuss why it can be used by your person/client
by referring to its mechanism of action.
Question 4.
Explain the following consequences of long-term poorly controlled hyperglycaemia:
• Nephropathy
• Hypertension

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