28 Questions
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is expected to have the greatest A1c-lowering effect?
Dulaglutide
What is the difference between Ozempic and Rybelsus, since both are semaglutide?
Rybelsus is the oral version for T2DM; Ozempic is injectable
Which non-insulin T2DM therapies are injected by the patient?
Liraglutide
Which T2DM therapies can be combined?
GLP1-RA + basal insulin
Which drugs are currently approved for pediatric patients with Type 2 DM?
Ages > 10 yrs GLP1-RA (Liraglutide, dulaglutide)
Which patients need to monitor their BG more frequently?
When starting or adjusting dose; changing diet/exercise
Why do patients with CGM still need a monitoring device with test strips to check their BG with a fingerstick glucose?
Suspicion CGM may be inaccurate
Which type of glucose-lowering medication is usually used for treatment of T2DM for a patient who is pregnant?
GLP1-RA
Which GLP1-RA is approved for pediatric patients with Type 2 DM?
Liraglutide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is not expected to have the greatest A1c-lowering effect?
Exenatide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is injectable and can be combined with basal insulin?
Liraglutide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is not injected by the patient?
Metformin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is available in an oral version for T2DM?
Tirzepatide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is a DPP4 inhibitor?
Liraglutide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is not a GLP1-RA?
Empagliflozin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is not expected to have the greatest A1c-lowering effect?
Empagliflozin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is a GLP1-RA and can be combined with metformin?
Dulaglutide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is not expected to have the greatest A1c-lowering effect?
Metformin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is associated with a black box warning for thyroid C cell tumors in rats?
Linagliptin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy has a potential risk of dehydration and necrotizing fasciitis of the genitals as adverse effects?
Semaglutide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is associated with a risk of lactic acidosis and vitamin B deficiency as adverse effects?
Metformin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is known for its potential risk of pancreatitis and gallstones?
Linagliptin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is associated with a black box warning for severe joint pain and a potential risk of heart failure?
Pioglitazone
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is known for its potential risk of AKI (acute kidney injury) and bowel obstruction/worsening gastroparesis?
Semaglutide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy has a potential risk of hypoglycemia and weight gain as adverse effects?
Repaglinide
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is associated with a potential risk of DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis) and sulfa allergy?
Metformin
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy is known for its potential risk of liver toxicities and bladder cancer?
Pioglitazone
Which non-insulin T2DM therapy has a potential risk of GI (gastrointestinal) adverse effects such as N/V/D (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) and abdominal pain?
Linagliptin
Test your knowledge of diabetes management with this quiz on insulin and non-insulin therapies. Learn about A1c-lowering effects of different therapies and the differences between Ozempic and Rybelsus. Perfect for healthcare professionals and students studying diabetes treatment.
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