Diabetes Mellitus Overview

Christina·

Diabetes

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Grade Level10th Grade

SubjectDiabetes

Original Prompt

Create a worksheet to teach my students the signs and symptoms and how to diagnose medical conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus. Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

This resource provides a comprehensive overview of Diabetes Mellitus, a chronic health condition that affects the body's ability to process food into energy. It explains the functions of insulin and glucose, the role of the pancreas, and details the two primary types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. It includes key vocabulary related to diabetes, a symptom matching activity, and a comparison of the characteristics of both types. The diagnostic process for diabetes is also outlined, including various tests used for diagnosis. Additionally, it presents case studies for practical understanding, highlighting symptoms and diagnostic criteria.