Chapter 11: Antidiabetic Agents

Chapter 11: Antidiabetic Agents

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

14. What is a normal fasting blood glucose range in mg per dL?

ANS:

70 to 100 mg/dL. The preferred norm varies among physicians. A result in the low 80 mg/dL is preferred by some physicians. Fasting means only water for 8 hr before the test. Caffeine and other products will raise the fasting blood sugar.

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15. What is the major side effect of insulin overdose?

ANS:

hypoglycemia

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16. Name the route that is most commonly prescribed for patients to self-administer insulin.

ANS:

subcut

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17. What is the name of the hormone that may be administered by injection for severe hypoglycemic levels?

ANS:

glucagons

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18. What is the difference between BGM and SMBG testing?

ANS:

SMBG refers to finger-stick self-monitoring, reported by patient. BGM refers to fingerstick report, usually done by nurse.

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19. If a patient receives insulin and doesn’t eat, what happens to the blood glucose level?

ANS:

Blood glucose level drops; hypoglycemia occurs.

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