Why can skipping meals be risky for a diabetic patient taking insulin?
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Correct answer: Blood glucose may become too low
Insulin lowers blood glucose by helping glucose move from the blood into cells. If a person takes insulin but skips or delays a meal, less glucose may be available while the insulin effect continues. This can cause hypoglycaemia, with sweating, shaking, hunger, confusion, weakness, or even loss of consciousness. Meal timing and medication adjustment require professional advice.
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Blood glucose may become too low
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Insulin lowers blood glucose by helping glucose move from the blood into cells. If a person takes insulin but skips or delays a meal, less glucose may be available while the insulin effect continues. This can cause hypoglycaemia, with sweating, shaking, hunger, confusion, weakness, or even loss of consciousness. Meal timing and medication adjustment require professional advice.
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This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Introduction to Home Science. Topic: Career options and professional opportunities.
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