The patient with diabetes asks the nurse why different oral antidiabetic agents are ordered instead of just one drug. What is the nurse's best explanation of the benefit of combining different agents?
A) Maximum effects
B) Additive effects
C) Minimalistic effects
D) Synergistic effects
B
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Five types of oral antidiabetic agents exist, all of which may be used to treat type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone fail to control the disorder. The drugs lower blood sugar by different mechanisms and may be used in various combinations for additive effects.
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A nurse conducts a community discussion regarding agents of biologic terrorism. Which information would be included regarding the transmission of anthrax?
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