Mrs. Smith is taking Metformin. What is this medication and what is the mechanism of action

What will be an ideal response?


Metformin is an antihyperglycemic agent for diabetes and it works by decreasing the production of glucose by the liver. Additionally, will stimulate GLUT4 translocation in skeletal muscle, thereby decreasing insulin resistance.

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Of the total fat content of the most commonly eaten nuts in the United States, what is the approximate percentage of monounsaturated fat?

a. 29 b. 39 c. 49 d. 59 e. 69

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Which of the following food assistance programs provides supplemental food, nutrition education, referrals, and access to healthcare for pregnant women?

a. SNAP b. CACFP c. TeFAP d. WIC

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