Week 6 Pharmacology Flashcards
1
Q
What is an AC1 test
A
Your A1C Result
A normal A1C level is below 5.7%, a level of 5.7% to 6.4% indicates prediabetes, and a level of 6.5% or more indicates diabetes. Within the 5.7% to 6.4% prediabetes range, the higher your A1C, the greater your risk is of developing type 2 diabetes.
2
Q
post parandiel
A
ocurring after a meal
3
Q
normal glucose
A
70-100
4
Q
what is a first-choice medication to help manage blood sugar levels in Type 2 diabetes
A
Metformin
5
Q
Glucagon
A
Glucagon is a hormone that works with other hormones and bodily functions to control glucose levels in the blood.
