How Do Many Oral Hypoglycemic Drugs Act

question 29

Multiple Choice

How do many oral hypoglycemic drugs act?

• A) To replace insulin in patients with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM)
• B) To transport glucose into body cells
• C) To prevent gluconeogenesis
• D) To stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin

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Definitions:

Loam

A rich soil blend, containing a balance of silt, sand, and clay, along with organic matter.

Epiphytes

Plants that grow on other plants for physical support but do not derive nutrients from them, obtaining moisture and nutrients from the air, rain, and sometimes from debris accumulating around them.

Aerial Roots

Roots that are not buried in soil but instead hang in the air, found in certain plants, where they absorb moisture from the atmosphere and sometimes aid in attachment.

Soil PH

A measure of the acidity or alkalinity of soil, affecting nutrient availability, microbial activity, and plant growth.