Understanding Type 1 Diabetes Pathophysiology

Medium Physiological Adaptation Pathophysiology

A 30-year-old female patient presents to the clinic with symptoms of fatigue, excessive thirst, and frequent urination. After obtaining a detailed history and performing appropriate tests, the healthcare provider diagnoses her with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying this condition is essential for effective nursing care.

Which of the following statements accurately describe the pathophysiological processes associated with type 1 diabetes mellitus? (Select all that apply.)

Select all that apply:

Type 1 diabetes involves autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas.

Patients with type 1 diabetes have an increased production of insulin due to pancreatic hyperplasia.

In type 1 diabetes, the absence of insulin leads to hyperglycemia and increased lipolysis.

The metabolic changes in type 1 diabetes include increased production of ketone bodies.

Patients typically experience symptoms in childhood or adolescence, but can also be diagnosed in adulthood.

Type 1 diabetes is associated with HLA (Human Leukocyte Antigen) markers indicative of autoimmunity.

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