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A patient with diabetes has been on Humalog and Levemir. He currently uses a total of 66 units per day. Using a typical basal-bolus regimen, how much Levemir would he inject at bedtime? Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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What are the serum creatinine and creatinine clearance cut-offs for the use of metformin therapy? Answer A> 1.1 mg/dL (males) or > 1 mg/dL (females); CrCl < 90 mL/min B≥ 1.2 mg/dL (males) or ≥ 1.1 mg/dL (females); CrCl < 60 mL/min C> 1.5 mg/dL (males) or > 1.4 mg/dL (females); CrCl < 90 mL/min D≥ 1.5 mg/dL (males) or ≥ 1.4 mg/dL (females); CrCl < 60 mL/min E> 2 mg/dL (males) or > 1.8 mg/dL (females); CrCl < 60 mL/min |
D≥ 1.5 mg/dL (males) or ≥ 1.4 mg/dL (females); CrCl < 60 mL/min |
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Which of the following is a DPP-4 inhibitor? Answer ALiraglutide BLinagliptin CBromocriptine DAcarbose EExenatide |
BLinagliptin |
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What is the boxed warning associated with Symlin? Answer AHypoglycemia BLactic acidosis CPancreatitis DHyperglycemia EThyroid cancer
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AHypoglycemia |
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What is the most common side effect when starting metformin therapy? Answer ARash BSevere headache CMild diarrhea DConstipation ENeuritis |
CMild diarrhea |
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A patient with an initial hemoglobin A1C of 7.9% is started on Glucophage XR 500 mg once daily. Which of the following statements is correct? Answer AThis is an incorrect starting dose. BThis is the maximum effective dose. CThe dose can be increased to 1 gram daily. DThe maximum effective dose is 2 grams daily. EThe maximum effective dose is 5 grams daily. |
DThe maximum effective dose is 2 grams daily. |
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Alpha cells of the pancreas secrete which of the following: Answer AGlycogen BInsulin CGlucagon DGLP-1 EAmylin |
CGlucagon |
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A 42 year-old male has newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes. The hemoglobin A1C is 7.9%. He has normal renal function and a BMI of 20. The patient's only other medical condition is hypertension. Choose the best option for initial treatment of the diabetes: Answer AInsulin glulisine BMetformin CSitagliptin DGlyburide EExenatide
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BMetformin |
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A 43 year-old female patient with type 2 diabetes and normal renal function started taking Januvia 100 mg daily in the morning. Which of the following is correct regarding Januvia? Answer AThe dose is incorrect. BJanuvia causes weight gain. CJanuvia is better at reducing fasting glucose, rather than postprandial glucose. DJanuvia works by blocking dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), an enzyme that inactivates incretins. EThe generic name is exenatide.
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DJanuvia works by blocking dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), an enzyme that inactivates incretins. |
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A hospitalized patient has been using Novolin 70/30, 46 units in the morning and 24 units at night. He is going to be switched to a regimen of lispro and glargine. Convert the NPH to glargine and round your answer to the nearest whole unit. Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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A patient injects himself with regular human insulin. He currently injects 5 units with breakfast, 7 units with lunch, and 11 units with dinner. He is going to be switched to insulin glulisine. How much glulisine will he inject with his dinner? Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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Which of the following medications when used alone rarely cause hypoglycemia? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AAcarbose BPioglitazone CMetformin DGlimepiride EPramlintide |
AAcarbose BPioglitazone CMetformin |
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A patient with diabetes has been taking Novolog 70/30, 42 units twice daily. How many units of insulin aspart protamine does this patient inject each morning? Round to nearest whole unit. Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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Which of the following are diagnostic values for diabetes? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AHyperglycemic crisis and a random plasma glucose ≥ 200 mg/dL BFasting plasma glucose > 129 mg/dL CPlasma glucose < 150 mg/dL D2-hour OGTT > 220 mg/dL after a 75 gram oral glucose load EA1C greater than or equal to 6.5%
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AHyperglycemic crisis and a random plasma glucose ≥ 200 mg/dL
EA1C greater than or equal to 6.5% |
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Factors that the prescriber should take into consideration when selecting an oral agent for initial therapy to treat type 2 diabetes include which of the following? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AKidney function of the patient BBody composition of the patient CBlood glucose levels at the time of diagnosis DHemoglobin A1C value EInitial blood pressure |
AKidney function of the patient BBody composition of the patient CBlood glucose levels at the time of diagnosis DHemoglobin A1C value |
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All of the following are considered rapid-acting insulins except: Answer AGlulisine BLispro CGlargine DAspart EApidra
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CGlargine |
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A patient uses an insulin pen injection to administer an insulin dose and reports a "wet spot" on his skin after administration. What is the most likely cause of this "wet spot"? Answer ABleeding BPerspiration CAlcohol swab DIncomplete insulin injection EOverhydration |
DIncomplete insulin injection |
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A patient is currently using U-500 insulin and will be transitioned to U-100 regular human insulin. He currently uses 4 units of the U-500 insulin with breakfast, 5 units with lunch, and 8 units with dinner. How many mL of U-100 regular human insulin is needed to cover his lunch dose? Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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Which of the following statements related to the use of glucagon are correct? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AGlucagon is a hormone secreted by the pancreas, which triggers the liver to release glucose stores into the blood. BAdminister carbohydrates to the patient as soon as possible after response to treatment. CGlucagon cannot be re-administered. DGlucagon is administered via intravenous injection only. EGlucagon is a drug of choice in unconscious hypoglycemic patients. |
AGlucagon is a hormone secreted by the pancreas, which triggers the liver to release glucose stores into the blood. BAdminister carbohydrates to the patient as soon as possible after response to treatment.
EGlucagon is a drug of choice in unconscious hypoglycemic patients. |
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The proper sequence of drawing up regular and NPH insulin into a single syringe is: Answer AFirst regular, then NPH BFirst NPH, then regular CThese insulins should not be used together DEither insulin may be drawn up first ENone of the above |
AFirst regular, then NPH |
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Drug-induced diabetes may be due to the following medications: (Select ALL that apply.) Answer ADaptomycin BPrednisone CProtease Inhibitors DClozapine ETheophylline |
BPrednisone CProtease Inhibitors DClozapine |
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What are the three natural hormones that our bodies make to regulate glucose that are replaced or replicated as medications? Answer AGIP, exenatide, insulin BGIP, GLP-1, exenatide CAmylin, symlin, insulin DAmylin, GLP-1, insulin EInsulin, amylin, GIP |
DAmylin, GLP-1, insulin |
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A patient begins acarbose therapy but cannot tolerate it due to the side effects. She has primarily high postprandial blood glucose. She is also using insulin glargine and says she eats two meals each day and does not mind injecting insulin. She wants her blood glucose tightly controlled. Which of the following insulins would be best to help control her postprandial blood glucose levels? Answer ANovolog BHumulin N CLantus DInsulin 75/25 ENovolin R |
ANovolog |
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A patient can no longer afford his U-100 regular insulin. He is going to start using U-500 insulin. He currently uses 100 units of U-100 regular insulin with his evening meal. How many mL of U-500 insulin will he need with his evening meal to get the same dose? Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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Which of the following are correct regarding insulin? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AInsulin stimulates glucose uptake from the blood BInsulin is released from alpha cells in the pancreas CInsulin stimulates glucagon secretion DInsulin is a peptide hormone EInsulin stimulates formation of glycogen |
AInsulin stimulates glucose uptake from the blood
DInsulin is a peptide hormone EInsulin stimulates formation of glycogen |
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A patient with diabetes has been taking Novolog 70/30, 34 units twice daily. How many units of insulin aspart does this patient inject each evening? Round to nearest whole unit. Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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Which of the following syringes has the thickest needle? Answer A22 G B18 G C32 G D36 G E31 G
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B18 G |
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Which of the following characteristics are associated with biguanides? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AThese agents should not be used in females with a SCr > 1.4 mg/dL or males with a SCr > 1.5 mg/dL. BThese agents lower A1C by 1-2%. CThese agents work by slowing the absorption of complex carbohydrates in the small intestine. DThese agents can be used to teat type 1 and type 2 diabetes. EThese agents can cause vitamin B12 deficiency when used long-term. |
AThese agents should not be used in females with a SCr > 1.4 mg/dL or males with a SCr > 1.5 mg/dL. BThese agents lower A1C by 1-2%.
EThese agents can cause vitamin B12 deficiency when used long-term. |
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A type I diabetic patient injects herself with 70 units of insulin each day. Using the rule of 500, determine how many grams of carbohydrates are covered with this regimen per 1 unit of insulin. Round to the nearest whole unit. Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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A 42 year old female patient has been newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. She has been started on sitagliptin therapy. At initial diagnosis her hemoglobin A1C was 9.5%. Over the next two years, the hemoglobin A1C has risen to 11.2%. The doctor decides to initiate insulin therapy. Which of the following insulin options is the best choice? Answer AInsulin 70/30, dosed TID BHumalog alone, with meals and carbohydrate-heavy snacks CApidra, taken at bedtime DLantus, taken at bedtime EInsulin pump, using Humalog
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DLantus, taken at bedtime |
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Which of the following diabetes medications have a significant risk of hypoglycemia when used by itself? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer ATradjenta BDiabeta CWelchol DStarlix EGlycet
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BDiabeta
DStarlix |
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Which one of the following agents does not have a significant impact on postprandial glucose lowering in patients with type 2 diabetes? Answer AInsulin lispro BRepaglinide CMiglitol DInsulin glargine EExenatide |
DInsulin glargine |
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An elderly female with renal insufficiency presents with newly diagnosed diabetes. She has primarily high postprandial blood glucose, with an A1C of 7.1%. The doctor begins repaglinide therapy. Which of the following statements is correct? Answer AThe brand name is Starlix. BThe starting dose is 0.5 mg TID, taken 15 minutes before meals. CIf a meal is missed, you must still take the dose. DThese agents do not cause hypoglycemia. EThese agents treat primarily preprandial, elevated blood glucose. |
BThe starting dose is 0.5 mg TID, taken 15 minutes before meals. |
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A pharmacist wishes to review the new guidelines for diabetes treatment. Guidelines for this condition are written by: (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AThe American Dietetic Association BThe Joint National Comittee CThe American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists DThe American Diabetes Association EThe American College of Cardiology |
CThe American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists DThe American Diabetes Association |
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Using U-500 insulin can create a high potential for hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes. Which of the following are correct in regards to U-500 insulin? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AU-500 Insulin is more convenient to use as it does not require a strict learning curve BU-500 Insulin is more likely to cause hypoglycemia due to the high concentration CU-100 Insulin is preferred to U-500 due to the accuracy of the dosing DU-500 Insulin is less prone to dosing errors EThe patient should be counseled on the size of syringe they are using
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BU-500 Insulin is more likely to cause hypoglycemia due to the high concentration CU-100 Insulin is preferred to U-500 due to the accuracy of the dosing
EThe patient should be counseled on the size of syringe they are using |
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If a person consumes 60 grams of carbohydrate per meal and it takes 6 units of insulin at meal time to keep the blood glucose levels within target, what is the carbohydrate to insulin ratio? Answer A2:1 B3:1 C5:1 D10:1 E1:1 |
D10:1 |
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Which of the following is a correct statement regarding alpha-glucosidase inhibitor therapy? Answer AHypoglycemic episodes should be treated with glucose tablets or gel, or plain table sugar (sucrose). BThis medicine can be used in patients with significant gastrointestinal conditions. CTake on an empty stomach 30 minutes before eating. DThe most common side effect is hypoglycemia. EThese medications are used to lower post-prandial hyperglycemia. |
EThese medications are used to lower post-prandial hyperglycemia. |
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Which of the following is a likely cause of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)? Answer AA patient stops taking metformin BA patient stops taking insulin CA patient stops taking repaglinide DA patient doesn't eat for 2 days EA patient eats more carbohydrates for 24 hours |
BA patient stops taking insulin |
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Which of the following combinations is correct? Answer AEzetimibe-Pravastatin (Vytorin) BGlyburide-Metformin (Glucovance) CSitagliptin-Metformin (Kombiglyze) DGlipizide-Metformin (Glucotrol) EPioglitazone-Metformin (Avandamet) |
BGlyburide-Metformin (Glucovance) |
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According to the American Diabetes Association, the treatment hemoglobin A1C goal for non-pregnant adults with diabetes should be: Answer A< 8% B< 7% C< 6.5% D< 6% E< 5.5% |
B< 7% |
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Patients using exenatide should be counseled regarding the rare, but possible risk of: Answer ASevere headache due to risk of stroke BSevere abdominal pain, with or without nausea due to risk of acute pancreatitis CMore talkative than usual or pressure to keep talking due to risk of bipolar symptoms DRacing heartbeat due to risk of arrhythmia ESudden fecal discharge due to lack of fat absorption |
BSevere abdominal pain, with or without nausea due to risk of acute pancreatitis |
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A female patient in the diabetes clinic has heard that Byetta can cause weight loss in some patients. She wishes to try it. You are going to counsel her on using Byetta. Which of the following instructions are correct? Answer ATake twice daily - with the first bite of your morning and evening meals (or before the two main meals of the day, at least 6 or more hours apart). BTake three times daily; after breakfast, lunch and dinner. CTake twice daily - within an hour after your morning and evening meals (or after the two main meals of the day, at least 6 or more hours apart). DTake twice daily - within half hour after your morning and evening meals (or one-half hour before the two main meals of the day, at least 6 or more hours apart). ETake twice daily - within an hour before your morning and evening meals (or before the two main meals of the day, at least 6 or more hours apart). |
ETake twice daily - within an hour before your morning and evening meals (or before the two main meals of the day, at least 6 or more hours apart). |
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A patient is given insulin glargine and experiences hypoglycemia. Which of the following statements is correct? Answer AIt can be treated with ½ glass diet soda. BThe hypoglycemia is likely to reappear and the blood glucose should be frequently monitored. CInsulin glargine is more likely to cause hypoglycemia than NPH Insulin. DInsulin glargine, unlike other insulins, does not cause hypoglycemia. EInsulin glargine causes higher incidence of hypoglycemia compared to NPH
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BThe hypoglycemia is likely to reappear and the blood glucose should be frequently monitored. |
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Which of the following are risk factors for type 2 diabetes? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer ANative American BBMI ≥ 25 kg/m2 CNormotensive DFirst-degree relative with diabetes ETG > 150 mg/dL and/or HDL < 60 mg/dL |
ANative American BBMI ≥ 25 kg/m2
DFirst-degree relative with diabetes |
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An effective strategy for achieving blood glucose goals in a person with type 1 diabetes is: Answer ASevere caloric restriction BEating meals and snacks at specific times CIncreasing NPH insulin if carbohydrate intake exceeds usual consumption DIntegrating insulin regimen into usual eating habits EAdding Starlix or Prandin 15 minutes before each meal |
DIntegrating insulin regimen into usual eating habits |
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JT is a 35 y/o, 5'5", 65 kg female with a history of type 1 diabetes. Her current insulin regimen is:
8 units NPH and 2 units lispro before breakfast (7 am) 2 units lispro before lunch (12 pm) 2 units lispro before dinner (6 pm) 4 units NPH at bedtime (10 pm).
Her blood glucose value ranges are as follows:
Before breakfast: 100-120 mg/dL After lunch: 200-220 mg/dL After dinner: 110-130 mg/dL At bedtime: 130-150 mg/dL
Using the above case, which of the following would be the most appropriate recommendation? Answer AIncrease bedtime NPH dose BIncrease before breakfast lispro dose CIncrease before lunch lispro dose DIncrease bedtime lispro dose EIncrease before breakfast NPH dose
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CIncrease before lunch lispro dose |
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Which of the following are true regarding the Novolog Flexpen? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AThe Flexpen should not be used if the insulin is cloudy or viscous. BAfter the Flexpen has been used once, it can be stored at room temperature outside of the refrigerator. CPatients are able to give themselves an accurate dose of insulin simply by dialing the correct number. DThe Flexpen has disposable needles so that it can be reused on different patients in the hospital setting. EEach Flexpen contains 5 milliliters of insulin. |
AThe Flexpen should not be used if the insulin is cloudy or viscous. BAfter the Flexpen has been used once, it can be stored at room temperature outside of the refrigerator. CPatients are able to give themselves an accurate dose of insulin simply by dialing the correct number. |
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Angela, a patient with diabetes, complains to her doctor that she has trouble sleeping because her feet “burn so badly.” The physician explains that she may be experiencing neuropathic pain, a microvascular complication of diabetes. Other types of microvascular complications could include: (Select ALL that apply.) Answer ARetinopathy BCoronary artery disease CErectile dysfunction DCerebrovascular accident ENephropathy |
ARetinopathy
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ENephropathy |
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The current American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines for goals of therapy in type 2 diabetes are as follows: Answer APreprandial blood glucose 90-150 mg/dL and peak postprandial blood glucose < 180 mg/dL BPreprandial blood glucose 70-130 mg/dL and peak postprandial blood glucose < 180 mg/dL CPreprandial blood glucose 80-110 mg/dL and peak postprandial blood glucose < 180 mg/dL DPreprandial blood glucose 100-120 mg/dL and peak postprandial blood glucose < 140 mg/dL ENone of the above |
BPreprandial blood glucose 70-130 mg/dL and peak postprandial blood glucose < 180 mg/dL |
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What is the primary mechanism of action of metformin? Answer ADecreasing appetite BImproving insulin sensitivity in the skeletal muscle cells CDecreasing the amount of glucose released by the liver DIncreasing glucagon production EImproving insulin sensitivity in the gut lining
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CDecreasing the amount of glucose released by the liver |
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A newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes patient is going to be started on insulin at 0.6 units/kg/day. The patient is 5'6" and weighs 70 kg. The physician wants to use a basal-bolus strategy with Levemir and NovoLog. What would be the recommended starting doses using Levemir and NovoLog? Answer ALevemir 28 units QHS and NovoLog 5 units before breakfast, lunch and dinner BLevemir 39 units QHS and NovoLog 1 unit before breakfast, lunch and dinner CLevemir 20 units QHS and NovoLog 10 units before breakfast, lunch and dinner DLevemir 14 units QHS and NovoLog 9 units before breakfast, lunch and dinner ELevemir 21 units QHS and NovoLog 7 units before breakfast, lunch and dinner |
ELevemir 21 units QHS and NovoLog 7 units before breakfast, lunch and dinner |
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Which of the following drugs stimulates insulin secretion from functioning beta cells? Answer AAmaryl BFortamet CCycloset DOnglyza ESymlin |
AAmaryl |
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What is the primary cause of type 1 diabetes? Answer AObesity BFamily history CAutoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells DAutoimmune destruction of hypothalamic beta cells EAutoimmune destruction of pancreatic alpha cells |
CAutoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells |
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Which of the following statements regarding Lantus therapy is correct? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AIt comes in a 500 units/mL vial BIt is cloudy in color CIt is a long-acting, basal insulin DIt should not be mixed with other insulins EIt may be more easily administered using the SoloStar pen |
CIt is a long-acting, basal insulin DIt should not be mixed with other insulins EIt may be more easily administered using the SoloStar pen |
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Which of the following statements are true regarding amylin? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AAmylin slows gastric emptying. BAmylin suppresses glucagon output by the pancreatic alpha cells. CAmylin increases satiety. DAmylin is secreted from pancreatic beta cells. EAmylin secretion controls fasting plasma glucose more than post-prandial plasma glucose. |
AAmylin slows gastric emptying. BAmylin suppresses glucagon output by the pancreatic alpha cells. CAmylin increases satiety. DAmylin is secreted from pancreatic beta cells. |
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A patient currently uses 30 units of Lantus daily and 10 units of lispro with breakfast, lunch, and dinner. She is going to be started on pramlinitide and needs to be counseled on how to adjust her dose of insulin. Select the correct adjustments. Answer AReduce Lantus to 10 units and lispro to 5 units with meals BReduce Lantus to 15 units and keep lispro at 10 units with meals CDo not adjust Lantus and reduce lispro to 5 units with meals DDo not adjust Lantus or lispro EReduce Lantus to 15 units and lispro to 5 units with meals |
CDo not adjust Lantus and reduce lispro to 5 units with meals |
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Which of the following brand/generic pairs is correct? Answer AMiglitol - Glucophage BNateglinide - Starlix CAcarbose -Actos DSaxagliptin - Januvia EExenatide IR - Bydureon |
BNateglinide - Starlix |
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If stored properly, how many days can a Levemir Flexpen be used for, counting the day it was first opened? Answer A30 days B28 days C14 days D42 days E15 days
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D42 days |
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Which of the following is true about using an ACE inhibitor or ARB in patients with diabetes according to the ADA guidelines? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer APatients with diabetes should be screened for albuminuria at least yearly. BACE inhibitors or ARBs are recommended for primary prevention of nephropathy in patients with diabetes who have normal blood pressure and no albuminuria. CACE inhibitors or ARBs are recommended for primary prevention of nephropathy in patients with diabetes who have normal blood pressure and albuminuria. DACE inhibitors or ARBs are recommended for secondary prevention of nephropathy in patients with diabetes who have normal blood pressure and albuminuria. EAn ACE inhibitor combined with an ARB is recommended for primary prevention of nephropathy in patients with diabetes who have normal blood pressure and no albuminuria. |
APatients with diabetes should be screened for albuminuria at least yearly.
CACE inhibitors or ARBs are recommended for primary prevention of nephropathy in patients with diabetes who have normal blood pressure and albuminuria. |
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Simon is hospitalized for Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA). Treatment of DKA generally includes which of the following therapies: (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AFurosemide BNS or 1/2 NS CInsulin DPotassium ED50W given IV
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BNS or 1/2 NS CInsulin DPotassium |
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Ben comes to the pharmacy with a prescription for Invokana. Which of the following statements regarding Invokana are correct? (Select ALL that apply.) Answer AInvokana's site of action is at the proximal tubule of the kidney. BInvokana is a sodium glucose co-transporter 2 agonist. CInvokana is dosed 100 mg BID initially. DInvokana can cause vaginal yeast infections and hyperkalemia. EInvokana is contraindicated in patients with a CrCl < 30 mL/min. |
AInvokana's site of action is at the proximal tubule of the kidney.
DInvokana can cause vaginal yeast infections and hyperkalemia. EInvokana is contraindicated in patients with a CrCl < 30 mL/min. |
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In which of the following patients should daily low-dose aspirin be considered for primary prevention? Answer A43 year-old black female with T2DM B54 year-old white male with T2DM and a history of heart attack C61 year-old white female with T2DM and Framingham Risk Assessment of 15% D66 year-old black male with T2DM and a history of GERD and ED E49 year-old black male with T2DM and a history of hypertension |
C61 year-old white female with T2DM and Framingham Risk Assessment of 15% |
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Which of the following is the correct brand name for metformin combined with sitagliptin? Answer AJentadueto BMetaglip CKombiglyze XR DJanumet EJuvisync
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A hospitalized patient has been using Humulin 70/30, 70 units in the morning and 20 units at night. He is going to be switched to a regimen of lispro and detemir. Convert the NPH to detemir and round your answer to the nearest whole unit. Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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Which of the following can precipitate hypoglycemia? Answer ALarge amounts of caffeine BRapid weight gain CInsufficient food intake DElevations in liver enzymes caused by statins ELarge amounts of Gatorade right after intense exercise |
CInsufficient food intake |
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Maria is a 74 year old female with diabetes who presents with a non-healing ulcer on her left toe. Her physician states that it will be difficult to heal the ulcer unless her blood glucose (BG) values are tightly controlled. He writes the following order and discontinues her long-acting insulin:
BG < 60 mg/dL, hold insulin and contact MD BG 150-200 mg/dL, give 2 units insulin BG 201-250 mg/dL, give 4 units insulin BG > 250 mg/dL, call MD.
What is this name for this type of order? Answer ATitrated log BStep approach CSliding scale DCharting EResponse rate treatment |
CSliding scale |
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A patient with diabetes is using Humulin N twice daily and Humulin R three times daily. He currently uses a total of 90 units of insulin per day. Using a standard NPH-regular insulin regimen, how much NPH does he inject in the morning? Enter the number only in your answer; do not enter units.
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When hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS) occurs: Answer AThere is no insulin in the bloodstream BThere is some insulin in the bloodstream that reduces hyperglycemia CSevere dehydration and decreased renal function occur, which further increase hyperglycemia DHyperglycemia is not as severe as that seen in diabetic ketoacidosis EIt does not need to be treated as a medical emergency. |
CSevere dehydration and decreased renal function occur, which further increase hyperglycemia |
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According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), a person with diabetes should keep their fasting blood glucose within this range: Answer A60-100 mg/dL B100-150 mg/dL C70-130 mg/dL D110-140 mg/dL E130-180 mg/dL |
C70-130 mg/dL |
