Problem 1: What criteria must exist for the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus?
Problem 2: What measure do we use to establish whether someone has "good" glycemic control?
Problem 3: What is the target value for "good" glycemic control?
Problem 4: When would loose control versus tight control be considered acceptable?
Problem 5: Name 3 indications for the use of metformin.
Problem 6: In what situations should metformin be withheld?
Problem 7: What is the most common side effect related to metformin use?
Problem 8: What is the most common side effect of glyburide?
Problem 9: What lab monitoring is required when using biguanides and thiazolidinediones?
Problem 10: What medication was called into question when it statistically showed an increase in MI among its users?
Problem 11: In what situation would repaglinide be very useful in maintaining stable blood glucose levels?
Problem 12: How does sitagliptin work?
Problem 13: What is a primary benefit to patients who use incretin mimetics, like liraglutide?
Problem 14: What are some teaching items for patients prescribed liraglutide?