3 - Non-Communicable Diseases

• What does the hormonal system respond to?

  Changes away from normal
• What is the term for the measurement around the waist?

  Waist circumference
• What type of feedback does the hormonal system primarily use?

  Negative feedback
• What is the formula for calculating mass in relation to area?

  Mass = g/m²
• What does BMI stand for?

  Body Mass Index
• What is the role of the pancreas in relation to insulin?

  The pancreas produces insulin
• What type of diseases are classified as non-communicable?

  Diseases that cannot be transmitted from person to person
• What is a common method of administering insulin?

  Syringe injections
• What is the function of anticoagulants?

  To prevent blood clotting
• What is the purpose of antihypertensives?

  To lower blood pressure
• What is a common medication for diabetes?

  Insulin
• What is the effect of smoking on health?

  It increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases
• What happens when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin?

  It leads to diabetes
• How does being overweight affect the risk of Type 2 diabetes?

  It increases the chance of developing Type 2 diabetes
• What type of circulatory system do humans have?

  A double circulatory system
• What are preventable lifestyle diseases?

  Diseases that can be avoided through lifestyle changes
• What is a common surgical procedure for heart disease?

  Coronary bypass surgery
• What is one method of treating severe heart disease?

  Transplantation
• What is the role of statins in health?

  To lower cholesterol levels
• What is the relationship between obesity and cardiovascular disease?

  Obesity increases the risk of cardiovascular disease
• How does insulin function in the body?

  It helps regulate blood sugar levels
• What is the significance of blood vessels in the circulatory system?

  They carry blood to and from the heart
• What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

  To transport blood throughout the body
• What is the main organ involved in insulin production?

  Pancreas
• What is the impact of lifestyle choices on health?

  Lifestyle choices can lead to preventable diseases
• How do non-communicable diseases differ from communicable diseases?

  Non-communicable diseases cannot be transmitted between individuals
• What is the relationship between insulin and blood sugar levels?

  Insulin lowers blood sugar levels
• What is the effect of antihypertensives on blood pressure?

  They lower blood pressure
• How does obesity contribute to the development of Type 2 diabetes?

  Obesity can lead to insulin resistance
• What is the role of the liver in relation to blood sugar?

  The liver helps regulate blood sugar levels
• What is the significance of maintaining a healthy weight?

  It reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases