The mechanism of action of regular insulin is to
1. stimulate the pancreas to produce insulin.
2. promote entry of glucose into the cells.
3. promote the entry of glucose into the bloodstream.
4. stimulate the pancreas to secrete more insulin.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Oral hypoglycemic drugs, such as glipizide, stimulate the pancreas to produce insulin.
Rationale 2: The action of regular insulin is to promote entry of glucose into the cells, thereby lowering glucose.
Rationale 3: Insulin would not promote glucose into the bloodstream.
Rationale 4: Oral hypoglycemic drugs, such as glipizide, stimulate the pancreas to secrete insulin.
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