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.).

NPH Insulin (Humulin N)

Regular insulin (Humulin R)

Glipizide (Glucotrol)

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 C

Explanation

A. Lower left: The lower left is not a recommended site for intramuscular injections.
B. Abdominal area: The abdomen is typically used for subcutaneous injections, not intramuscular.
C. Deltoid muscle: The deltoid muscle is a common site for intramuscular injections, especially for smaller volumes.
D. Under the tongue: The sublingual route is used for certain medications but is not appropriate for intramuscular injections.

A. 0.9% Sodium Chloride B. 0.45% Sodium Chloride C. 5% Dextrose in Lactated Ringers D. None of the above

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. 0.9% Sodium chloride (normal saline) is an isotonic solution, meaning it has a similar osmolality to the blood and will not cause fluid shifts into or out of cells.
B. This is a hypotonic solution, which has a lower osmolality than blood and can cause water to move into cells, potentially leading to cell swelling.
C. This solution is considered isotonic, but it has dextrose, which is metabolized quickly in the body, potentially making the solution hypotonic after glucose is used.
D. This is incorrect, as 0.9% Sodium Chloride is an isotonic solution.

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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.).

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Correct Answer is C

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Correct Answer is A

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