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Questions and Answers
Match the following diabetes medications with their primary mechanism of action:
Metformin = Decreases hepatic glucose production SGLT2 inhibitors = Increases urinary glucose excretion GLP-1 receptor agonists = Stimulates insulin secretion and reduces glucagon secretion DPP-4 inhibitors = Inhibits the breakdown of incretin hormones
Match the following diabetes complications with their primary characteristics:
Neuropathy = Nerve damage leading to numbness, tingling, or pain in the extremities Retinopathy = Damage to the blood vessels in the retina leading to vision impairment Nephropathy = Damage to the kidneys leading to decreased kidney function Cardiomyopathy = Damage to the heart muscle leading to impaired cardiac function
Match the following diabetes monitoring tools with their primary purpose:
HbA1c test = Measures average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) = Provides real-time glucose readings throughout the day and night Fasting plasma glucose test = Measures blood sugar levels after an overnight fast Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) = Measures how the body handles glucose after consuming a sugary drink
