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pane00

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Insulin preparations are divided into categories based on onset, duration, and intensity of action following subcutaneous injection. Which of the following insulin preparations has the shortest onset and duration of action?
 
  1. Lispro
  2. Glulisine
  3. Glargine
  4. Detemir

Question 2

Sulfonylureas may be added to a treatment regimen for type 2 diabetics when lifestyle modifications and metformin are insufficient to achieve target glucose levels. Sulfonylureas have been moved to Step 2 therapy because they:
 
  1. Increase endogenous insulin secretion
  2. Have a significant risk for hypoglycemia
  3. Address the insulin resistance found in type 2 diabetics
  4. Improve insulin binding to receptors



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pane00

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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