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Pharmacology 3: Pancreatic Hormones and Hypoglycemic Drugs Quiz

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Which hormone inhibits secretory cells?

Glucagon

Pancreatic peptide (PP)

Somatostatin (correct)

Insulin

What is the characteristic of Type 1 diabetes mellitus?

Onset usually after age 35

Genetic predisposition is not a factor

Impaired production of insulin due to destruction of beta cells (correct)

Obesity is usually present

Which drug facilitates digestive processes with an unknown mechanism?

Acarbose

Pramlintide

Empagliflozin

Bromocriptine (correct)

In Type 2 diabetes, which of the following is usually present?

Obesity Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY)?

It is non-ketotic and occurs after age 25. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the β-cells in the pancreas?

Release insulin to lower blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is responsible for preventing severe hypoglycemia in the body?

Glucagon Signup and view all the answers

What condition can be caused by hyperinsulinemia?

Hypoglycemia Signup and view all the answers

How do oral hypoglycemic agents contribute to diabetes management?

By lowering blood glucose levels in the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of pancreatic polypeptide (PP) in the body?

Regulate metabolic activity Signup and view all the answers