EPISODE · May 1, 2024 · 12 MIN
Drug Interactions
from NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy · host Kyle Rice
Jerry, a patient with type 2 diabetes, has been prescribed metformin to manage his blood glucose levels. The physical therapist understands that metformin’s primary function is to: A) Stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin. B) Decrease the liver's production of glucose. C) Increase the sensitivity of insulin receptors on cells. D) Slow the absorption of sugar from the intestines. LINKS MENTIONED: NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com Get Your Episode Cheatsheet here: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/meds Truelearn: USE CODE: PTH020 PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
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Jerry, a patient with type 2 diabetes, has been prescribed metformin to manage his blood glucose levels. The physical therapist understands that metformin’s primary function is to: A) Stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin. B) Decrease the liver's production of glucose. C) Increase the sensitivity of insulin receptors on cells. D) Slow the absorption of sugar from the intestines. LINKS MENTIONED: NPTE Tips & Tricks: www.nptegroup.com Get Your Episode Cheatsheet here: https://www.nptecheatsheet.com/meds Truelearn: USE CODE: PTH020 PT Hustle Phone Number: (727) 732-4573
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