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Which adverse effect is specifically associated with the use of Sitagliptin (Januvia) in combination with a sulfonylurea?
Which adverse effect is specifically associated with the use of Sitagliptin (Januvia) in combination with a sulfonylurea?
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Headache
- Hypoglycemia (correct)
- Diarrhea
What is the primary action of Empagliflozin (Jardiance) in the body?
What is the primary action of Empagliflozin (Jardiance) in the body?
- Inhibits glucose and sodium reabsorption (correct)
- Lowers glucagon breakdown
- Blocks the enzyme responsible for insulin breakdown
- Increases insulin synthesis
Which condition should lead to the nursing staff holding Empagliflozin (Jardiance) in a patient?
Which condition should lead to the nursing staff holding Empagliflozin (Jardiance) in a patient?
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypovolemia (correct)
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypertension
What is a potential adverse effect associated with the use of Empagliflozin (Jardiance)?
What is a potential adverse effect associated with the use of Empagliflozin (Jardiance)?
Which class of anti-diabetic drug does Sitagliptin (Januvia) belong to?
Which class of anti-diabetic drug does Sitagliptin (Januvia) belong to?
What is a nursing consideration for patients using Empagliflozin (Jardiance) who do not have diabetes?
What is a nursing consideration for patients using Empagliflozin (Jardiance) who do not have diabetes?
Which adverse effect is associated with one drug in the DPP-4 inhibitor class (not Januvia)?
Which adverse effect is associated with one drug in the DPP-4 inhibitor class (not Januvia)?
Which anti-diabetic drug primarily affects the GI tract and may cause a metallic taste and reduced vitamin B12 levels?
Which anti-diabetic drug primarily affects the GI tract and may cause a metallic taste and reduced vitamin B12 levels?
Which anti-diabetic drug can potentially cause deadly lactic acidosis if the kidneys fail while on it?
Which anti-diabetic drug can potentially cause deadly lactic acidosis if the kidneys fail while on it?
Which anti-diabetic drug stimulates insulin production in response to food and is also used for weight loss?
Which anti-diabetic drug stimulates insulin production in response to food and is also used for weight loss?
Which anti-diabetic drug squeezes more insulin out of the pancreas and may contribute to coronary artery disease from elevated insulin levels?
Which anti-diabetic drug squeezes more insulin out of the pancreas and may contribute to coronary artery disease from elevated insulin levels?
Which anti-diabetic drug decreases glucose absorption from meals and makes receptors more receptive to insulin?
Which anti-diabetic drug decreases glucose absorption from meals and makes receptors more receptive to insulin?
Which anti-diabetic drug is known to start low and go slow due to its potential gastrointestinal effects?
Which anti-diabetic drug is known to start low and go slow due to its potential gastrointestinal effects?
Which anti-diabetic drug should be discontinued if a patient is undergoing studies with contrast dye due to possible renal effects?
Which anti-diabetic drug should be discontinued if a patient is undergoing studies with contrast dye due to possible renal effects?
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