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jake

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Which of the following statements about the use of insulin in the treatment of diabetic clients is correct?
 
  A) Insulin is used along with oral hypoglycemic agents to control blood glucose levels in clients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.
  B) Insulin should be injected intramuscularly in the thigh or buttock regions.
  C) Insulin is the primary treatment for non-ketotic hyperosmolar hyperglycemic coma (NKHH
  C), a potential complication for clients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  D) Insulin is available in products that combine intermediate-acting and short-acting insulin to simplify dosing and provide better glucose control.

Question 2

Metformin (Glucophage) is an antidiabetic medication that
 
  A) stimulates the beta cells of the pancreas to secrete insulin.
  B) has the potential to induce hypoglycemia in older clients.
  C) is contraindicated in clients with renal insufficiency.
  D) has adverse effects, including weight gain and elevated blood lipid levels.


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Andromeda18

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


jake

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thank you :)


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