A Client with Diabetes Is Prescribed Exenatide (Byetta)

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client with diabetes is prescribed exenatide (Byetta) . What are the immediate effects of the drug that could be observed in the client?

• A) Weight loss
• B) Delay in gastric emptying
• C) Glucose-dependent insulin secretion
• D) Improved beta cell mass and function
• E) Suppression of postprandial glucagon

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Definitions:

Maternal Exposure

The contact or experience of a mother with potentially harmful substances, conditions, or stressors during pregnancy that may affect fetal development.

Neurological Deficits

Refers to temporary or permanent impairments of the nervous system functions, affecting areas such as movement, sensation, or cognitive abilities.

Birth Complications

Problems that occur during the birthing process that can pose risks to the mother, the baby, or both.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

A condition in a child resulting from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy, causing brain damage and growth problems.