• Define and use correctly all of the keywords printed in bold.
• Describe how glucose is metabolised in the body.
• List the signs and symptoms of diabetes.
• Describe the differences between Type 1, Type 2 and gestational diabetes.
• List the risk factors for diabetes.
• Explain how to interpret the Body Mass Index (BMI) and its significance for diabetes.
• Describe the basic features of diabetic self-care and a suitable diet for someone with diabetes.