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Which medication is considered the first choice for most clients who have type 2 diabetes?
Which medication is considered the first choice for most clients who have type 2 diabetes?
- Glucagon-like Peptide 1 (GLP-1)
- Alpha glucosidase inhibitors
- Biguanides (correct)
- Sulfonylureas
What is the primary function of DPP-4 inhibitors (gliptins) in managing type 2 diabetes?
What is the primary function of DPP-4 inhibitors (gliptins) in managing type 2 diabetes?
- Aid in slowing carbohydrate absorption and digestion
- Promote weight loss
- Lowers fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels (correct)
- Increase glucose absorption in the gastrointestinal tract
What is the effect of SGLT-2 inhibitors in the management of type 2 diabetes?
What is the effect of SGLT-2 inhibitors in the management of type 2 diabetes?
- Enhances cellular response to insulin
- Decreases glucose absorption in the gastrointestinal tract
- Limits the rise of glucose postprandial (correct)
- Increases glucose uptake in fat and skeletal muscles
Which medication slows carbohydrate absorption and digestion?
Which medication slows carbohydrate absorption and digestion?
What is the mechanism of action of Thiazolidinediones (glitazones) in managing diabetes?
What is the mechanism of action of Thiazolidinediones (glitazones) in managing diabetes?
What is a common side effect of Metformin?
What is a common side effect of Metformin?
Which statement is true regarding the management of lactic acidosis caused by Metformin?
Which statement is true regarding the management of lactic acidosis caused by Metformin?
What is a notable side effect of Pioglitazone?
What is a notable side effect of Pioglitazone?
Which medication is associated with manifestations of pancreatitis reported by clients?
Which medication is associated with manifestations of pancreatitis reported by clients?
What are the nursing actions recommended for clients taking Acarbose experiencing gastrointestinal effects?
What are the nursing actions recommended for clients taking Acarbose experiencing gastrointestinal effects?
What medication is contraindicated for clients with alcohol use disorder?
What medication is contraindicated for clients with alcohol use disorder?
Which oral antidiabetic medication is contraindicated in clients with severe infection, shock, kidney impairment, and hypoxic conditions?
Which oral antidiabetic medication is contraindicated in clients with severe infection, shock, kidney impairment, and hypoxic conditions?
What reaction can concurrent use of alcohol and Glipizide lead to?
What reaction can concurrent use of alcohol and Glipizide lead to?
Which statement about Pioglitazone is true?
Which statement about Pioglitazone is true?
What is a potential risk of concurrent use of Acarbose with sulfonylureas or insulin?
What is a potential risk of concurrent use of Acarbose with sulfonylureas or insulin?
What should a nurse do when a client is on Canagliflozin and also using rifampin, phenytoin, or phenobarbital?
What should a nurse do when a client is on Canagliflozin and also using rifampin, phenytoin, or phenobarbital?
What is the recommended action for Glipizide administration?
What is the recommended action for Glipizide administration?
How should Metformin immediate-release tablets be taken?
How should Metformin immediate-release tablets be taken?
What can increase the risk of hypoglycemia when using Semaglutide?
What can increase the risk of hypoglycemia when using Semaglutide?
How should Acarbose be taken?
How should Acarbose be taken?
