The Nurse Is Reviewing the Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus with a patient newly diagnosed with the disorder.Which hormone should the nurse explain lowers the blood glucose level by enabling cells to take in glucose?

• A) Insulin
• B) Cortisol
• C) Glucagon
• D) Growth hormone

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Definitions:

Alcohol

Alcohol refers to a group of organic compounds characterized by the presence of one or more hydroxyl (-OH) groups attached to a carbon atom.

Rapidly

Quickly or in a short time period.

Oxidation

A chemical reaction involving the loss of electrons by a molecule, atom, or ion, often associated with gaining oxygen or losing hydrogen.

Reduction

A chemical reaction involving the gain of electrons or the decrease in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.