Medications for Diabetes Management

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What is the mechanism of action for Duetact?

Same as for canagliflozin and linagliptin

Same as for metformin and sitagliptin

Same as for saxagliptin and glyburide

Same as for glimepiride and pioglitazone (correct)

Which medication has the same mechanism of action as empagliflozin and linagliptin?

Janumet

Invokamet (correct)

Glyxambi

Jentadueto

What is the mechanism of action for Kazano?

Same as for pioglitazone and glimepiride

Same as for alogliptin and metformin (correct)

Same as for canagliflozin and sitagliptin

Same as for saxagliptin and metformin

Which medication has the same mechanism of action as metformin and glyburide?

Glucovance Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action for Oseni?

Same as for alogliptin and pioglitazone Signup and view all the answers

Which medication has the same mechanism of action as metformin and sitagliptin?

Jentadueto Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action for PrandiMet?

Same as for metformin and repaglinide Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mechanism of action of dopamine receptor agonists like Bromocriptine?

Activating dopamine receptors in the central nervous system Signup and view all the answers

Which class of medications increases urinary glucose excretion by inhibiting renal glucose reabsorption?

Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of Meglitinides like Nateglinide and Repaglinide?

Hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended timing for taking Sulfonylureas like Glimepiride?

In the morning before the first meal of the day Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for patients taking SGLT2 inhibitors like Canagliflozin?

Increasing fluid intake to prevent dehydration Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of Thiazolidinediones like Pioglitazone?

Enhancing cellular sensitivity to insulin Signup and view all the answers

What is a side effect of Sulfonylureas like Glipizide?

Hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of sulfonylureas, meglitinides, DPP-4 inhibitors, and GLP-1 receptor agonists on the body?

Increasing insulin production Signup and view all the answers

Which medication class delays the absorption of starches in the stomach and small intestine?

a-Glucosidase inhibitors Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of DPP-4 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists in the body?

Increasing the activity of incretins and delaying gastric emptying Signup and view all the answers

In which organ do biguanides and thiazolidinediones increase the uptake and use of glucose?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary effect of SGLT inhibitors on the body?

Decreasing glucose reabsorption in the kidney Signup and view all the answers

Which medication class decreases hepatic glucose production in the liver?

Biguanides, thiazolidinediones, and DPP-4 inhibitors Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of GLP-1 receptor agonists and amylin on gastric emptying?

Decreasing gastric emptying Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration for people with type 1 diabetes when planning their meals?

Balancing food intake with insulin and exercise patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of a-Glucosidase inhibitors in managing type 2 diabetes?

Delaying absorption of complex carbohydrates from the GI tract Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using multiple daily injections or an insulin pump in type 1 diabetes management?

Increasing flexibility in food selection Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of DPP-4 inhibitors on incretins in type 2 diabetes management?

Increasing their activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary side effect of a-Glucosidase inhibitors?

Gas, abdominal pain, and diarrhea Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of Biguanides, such as Metformin, in managing type 2 diabetes?

Reducing liver glucose production and increasing insulin sensitivity Signup and view all the answers

When should people with type 1 diabetes take their rapid-acting insulin doses?

Depending on current blood glucose level and the carbohydrate content of the meal Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of oral and noninsulin injectable agents in treating type 2 diabetes?

To improve the body's production and use of insulin and glucose Signup and view all the answers

What is the main effect of metformin on glucose production?

Decreases glucose production in the liver Signup and view all the answers

What is the nursing responsibility when caring for a patient taking oral and noninsulin injectable agents?

Assessing the patient's use of and response to the drugs, and teaching the patient and family Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of assessing the patient's history of hypoglycemic episodes?

To develop a plan for managing hypoglycemic episodes Signup and view all the answers

What are the three defects of type 2 diabetes that oral and noninsulin injectable agents address?

Insulin resistance, decreased insulin production, and increased liver glucose production Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the nurse in determining the most appropriate drug for a patient?

Conducting thorough assessments to inform the healthcare provider's decision Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of combining oral and noninsulin injectable agents with other agents or insulin?

Achieving glucose goals Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes?

Metformin Signup and view all the answers