Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 23RQ

(a)

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To determine: The physiological event that leads to hyperglycemia in type 1 diabetes.

Introduction: Type 1 diabetes is a complex disorder whose onset in genetically susceptible people is sometimes preceded by a viral infection.

(b)

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To determine: The physiological events that leads to glucosuria in type 1 diabetes.

Introduction: The most common pathology of pancreatic endocrine system is the group of metabolic disorders called diabetes mellitus.

(c)

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To determine: The physiological event that leads to polyuria in type 1 diabetes.

Introduction: The primary sign of diabetes mellitus is an elevated blood glucose concentration.

(d)

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To determine: The physiological event that leads to ketosis in type 1 diabetes.

Introduction: Ketosis is a metabolic process, which occurs when the body does not have enough glucose for energy.

(e)

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To determine: The physiological event that leads to dehydration in type 1 diabetes.

Introduction: Dehydration is a condition that occurs when the body does not have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal function.

(f)

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To determine: The physiological event that leads to severe thirst in type 1 diabetes.

Introduction: Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the body fails to recognize the beta cell as self and destroys them with antibodies and white blood cells (WBCs).

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