Type 2 Diabetes

Question 1

how else is type 2 diabetes also known as

Answer 1

• non insulin-dependent diabetes
• adult onset diabetes

Question 2

describe the dysfunction of type 2 diabetes

Answer 2

• Individuals can produce insulin, but cells do not respond to it by not absorbing it.
• The pancreases increase insulin production to control glucose levels.
• Overtime beta cells wear out and so insulin production decreases.
• Type 2 diabetes can lead to too much glucose circulating in the bloodstream

Question 3

list 5 symptoms of type 2 diabetes

Answer 3

1. increases thirst
2. frequent urination
3. increased hunger
4. fatigue
5. slow healing sores

Question 4

list 7 different forms of treatment

Answer 4

1. Sulfonylureas
2. Metformin
3. Meglitinides
4. Careful diet
5. Physical activity
6. Maintaining a healthy weight
7. Monitoring blood glucose

Question 5

describe sulfonylureas as a treatment

Answer 5

• Allows the body to secrete more insulin

Question 6

describe Metformin as a treatment

Answer 6

• Are in tablet form and are used to improve the sensitivity of body tissues so insulin can be used effectively.

Question 7

describe meglitinides as a treatment

Answer 7

• Stimulates the pancreas to secrete more insulin for the body

Question 8

what makes sulfonylureas user friendly

Answer 8

• Is a drug that stimulates the pancreas to secrete more insulin
• can be taken on their own by people who cannot take metformin.

Question 9

what makes metformin user friendly

Answer 9

• Improves sensitivity of body tissues to insulin so that the body is able to use insulin more effectively
• Reduces the amount of stored glucose released by the liver
• Lowers glucose production in the liver.

Question 10

what makes meglitinides user friendly

Answer 10

• Stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin to lower the levels of glucose in the body.
• Like the drug Sulfonylureas.
• Is faster acting in stimulating the pancreas.

Question 11

what are the risk factors of sulfonylureas

Answer 11

• Can cause …
• low sugar blood levels (hypoglycemia)
• weight gain
• skin rashes

Question 12

what are the risk factors of metformin

Answer 12

• Side effects include …
• Nausea
• abdominal pain
• bloating
• diarrhea
• Lifestyle changes must be made to assist the drug in lowering glucose levels.
• Lifestyle changes include losing weight and being active.

Question 13

what are the risk factors of meglitinides

Answer 13

• The patient can experience low sugar blood levels, however the risk is smaller than Sulfonylureas
• Weight gain can occur.

Question 14

what are the ethical concerns based on sulfonylureas, metformin and meglitinides (they are all the same)

Answer 14

• This medication is synthetic which may affect a patient to choose the drug as they may prefer natural treatments.
• When purchasing the pharmacy must keep patients’ personal details from their Medicare card secure from not being spread to external parties.