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Which of the following medications are parenteral anti-diabetic medications used to treat clients with type 2 diabetes mellitus that are administered via the subcutaneous route? (Select All That Apply.).

A.

NPH Insulin (Humulin N)

B.

Regular insulin (Humulin R)

C.

Glipizide (Glucotrol)

D.

Metformin (Glucophage)

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.    NPH insulin is an intermediate-acting insulin that is administered via the subcutaneous route to manage blood sugar levels in clients with diabetes.
B.    Regular insulin is a short-acting insulin that can be administered subcutaneously to control blood glucose levels in clients with type 2 diabetes.
C.    This is an oral medication, not a parenteral (injected) medication. It is an oral sulfonylurea used to manage blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.
D.    Metformin is also an oral medication used to treat type 2 diabetes and is not administered subcutaneously.
 


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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Metformin is an oral medication used to manage blood glucose in type 2 diabetes. It would not be used in an emergency situation like hypoglycemia.
B. Glucagon is a hormone used to treat severe hypoglycemia by stimulating the liver to release glucose into the bloodstream. It is the appropriate treatment for hypoglycemia with a blood glucose level of 30 mg/dL.
C. Glipizide is an oral medication and is not used to treat acute hypoglycemia. In fact, it could worsen hypoglycemia if taken incorrectly.
D. Administering insulin would worsen hypoglycemia, as it lowers blood glucose levels. The client needs glucose, not more insulin.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Relief of spasticity related to cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis: Baclofen is a muscle relaxant that is commonly used to treat spasticity in conditions such as cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis.
B. Treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): Baclofen is not used for BPH.
C. Treatment of malignant hyperthermia: Baclofen is not used to treat malignant hyperthermia.
D. Treatment of alcohol use disorder: Baclofen is not a primary treatment for alcohol use disorder, though some research has explored its use in this context.

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