Individuals being effectively managed for type 2 diabetes mellitus often experience a healthy decline in blood pressure as a result of what intervention?
a. Managed carbohydrate intake
b. Appropriate exercise
c. Insulin-sensitivity medication therapy
d. Introduction of minimal doses of insulin
Ans: c. Insulin-sensitivity medication therapy
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A) "I will relay your request promptly to the doctor, but I suspect that she won't get back to you if it's a cold." B) "I'll certainly inform the doctor, but if it is a cold, antibiotics won't be used because they do not affect the virus." C) "I'll phone in the prescription for you since it can be prescribed by the pharmacist." D) "Amoxicillin is not likely the best antibiotic, but I'll call in the right prescription for you."
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1. "You mentioned God. Do you have a religion that you follow?" 2. "You're right, it is tough. Try to remember that God only gives you what you can handle." 3. "You mentioned God. Is your faith something that is important to you when dealing with your illness?" 4. "You're right, it is hard to deal with your condition. Perhaps joining a support group would help you."
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a. Notify the patient's health care provider. b. Withhold the next scheduled dose of Maalox. c. Review the magnesium level on the patient's chart. d. Check the chart for the most recent potassium level.