Describe one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes

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Discussion Post: Pharmacology Diabetes

Resources

1. Rosenthal, L. D., & Burchum, J. R. (2021). Lehne's pharmacotherapeutics for advanced practice nurses and physician assistants (2nd ed.) St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.

a. Chapter 48, "Drugs for Diabetes Mellitus" (pp. 397-415)
b. Chapter 49, "Drugs for Thyroid Disorders" (pp. 416-424)

2. American Diabetes Association. (2018). Pharmacologic approaches to glycemic treatment: Standards of medical care in diabetes-2018. Diabetes Care, 41(Supplement 1), S73-S85.

This article provides guidance on pharmacologic approaches to glycemic treatment as it pertains to treating patients with diabetes. Reflect on the content of this article as you continue to examine potential drug treatments for patients with diabetes.

To Prepare:

1. Review the Resources for this module and reflect on differences between types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, gestational, and juvenile diabetes.

2. Select one type of diabetes to focus on for this Discussion.

3. Consider one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes you selected, including proper preparation and administration of this drug. Then, reflect on dietary considerations related to treatment.

4. Think about the short-term and long-term impact of the diabetes you selected on patients, including effects of drug treatments.

Task

Post a brief explanation of the differences between the types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, gestational, and juvenile diabetes. Describe one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes you selected, including proper preparation and administration of this drug. Be sure to include dietary considerations related to treatment. Then, explain the short-term and long-term impact of this type of diabetes on patients. Including effects of drug treatments. Be specific and provide examples.

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