When Blood Glucose Levels Decrease (As Between Meals), What Reserves

question 95

Multiple Choice

When blood glucose levels decrease (as between meals) , what reserves are tapped first?

• A) glycogen
• B) fats
• C) proteins
• D) steroids
• E) amino acids

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Definitions:

Decreased Glucose

A condition characterized by lower than normal levels of glucose in the blood, also known as hypoglycemia.

Cheyne-Stokes Respirations

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Intracranial Pressure (ICP)

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Extension or Flexion Posturing

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