How much do you know about Type 1 Diabetes?!

An infographic illustrating the key facts about Type 1 Diabetes, including symptoms, management, and statistics, with a background of diverse people living healthily with diabetes.

Test Your Knowledge on Type 1 Diabetes

Are you curious about Type 1 Diabetes? Take our quiz to discover how much you really know! Whether for your own understanding or to help others, this quiz will test your knowledge and offer insights into this important health condition.

  • Learn about symptoms and complications
  • Understand key concepts like hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia
  • Challenge yourself with specific questions
12 Questions3 MinutesCreated by CaringHeart37
Only children get Type 1 Diabetes
True
False
Not sure
Approximately how many people in the UK have Type 1 Diabetes?
1 million
800,000
400,000
100,000
What is hyperglycemia (hyper)?
A low blood glucose level
A high blood glucose level
A normal blood glucose level
Not sure
What is a hypoglycemia (hypo)?
A low blood glucose level
A high blood glucose level
A normal blood glucose level
Not sure
Which are the common symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes? (select 3 of 5)
Frequent urination
Weight loss
Weight gain
Eating too many sweets
Increasing thirst
What is considered a normal range of blood glucose levels?
Under 2 mmol/L
2-4 mmol/L
4-8 mmol/L
8-12 mmol/L
Over 12 mmol/L
Other
What are the main symptoms of a low blood sugar level? (select 4 of 6)
Dizziness
Increasing thirst
Tiredness
Full of energy
Confusion/difficulty concentrating
Shaking/trembling/sweating
What are the possible causes of Type 1 diabetes (2 are correct)
Genetic influences
Eating too much
Being overweight
Your immune system attacking itself
Name the hormone that can't be produced for those with Type 1 Diabetes. What gland produces this?
Insulin - Pancreas
Insulin - Pituitary Gland
Thyroxine - Pancreas
Thyroxine - Thyroid Gland
What are the main complications of T1D (if poorly controlled) - choose 4/6
Deteriorating eyesight
Kidney disease
Damage to nerves and blood vessels
Feet problems
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart attacks
If you suspect someone you know with T1D is low, what should you do? (2 are correct)
Tell them it will be ok and to just wait it out
Tell them to take insulin
Tell them to eat something with sugar
Call someone/an ambulance if you're not sure or are very concerned
Ignore them
'People with Type 1 Diabetes are limited in what they can do'.
True
False
Not sure
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