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A 50-year-old man with a history of hypertension and long-standing uncontrolled type 2 diabetes comes to establish care. One year ago, he had a myocardial infarction (MI) and now has a left ventricular ejection fraction of 45%. He is currently taking the following medications: Metformin (Glucophage*) Aspirin 81 mg daily (Ecotrin*) Rosuvastatin (Creastor*) Metoprolol Succinate (Toprol Xl*) Quinapril (Accupril*) His A1c is 8.2%, and his urine test shows no albuminuria. He is interested in better managing his diabetes while also reducing the risk of another heart attack. Which of the following diabetes medications is most likely to help this patient both control his blood sugar and lower his risk of a future cardiovascular event?

Patient Background: Sarah, a 40-year-old woman, presents to the clinic with complaints of chronic constipation. She reports infrequent bowel movements, straining during defecation, and a sensation of incomplete evacuation. Sarah has tried various over-the-counter laxatives without significant relief and is seeking guidance on managing her symptoms. Medical History: No known drug allergies Otherwise healthy with no significant medical history Sedentary lifestyle with minimal physical activity Sarah is interested in exploring different treatment options to alleviate her constipation. Question: Considering the properties and potential adverse effects of bulk-forming laxatives, what is an essential precaution for patients taking these agents to avoid complications?

GK is 28 yo female who has been diagnosed with general anxiety disorder and depression.  She is currently reporting excess fatigue, lack of appetite, worry, and anxiety x 4 months.  She had initially been prescribed Alprazolam (Xanax) 0.5 mg QID PRN anxiety.  She reports this helps a little but the symptoms reoccur and are affecting her social life. Relevant History: Childhood Epilepsy     Question:  Which one of the following medications is the best treatment for ongoing (long term) therapy of GK?

AD is a 29 year old female who presented to your clinic one week ago with signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism. AD’s diagnosis was confirmed and she was initiated on methimazole (Tapazole*). She calls your clinic today stating she continues to have some minor anxiety, tremors and heat intolerance. Assuming no contraindications to therapy, which of the following would be appropriate action to take at this time? 

HD is a 56 year old female who has been taking metformin (Glucophage*) 1000mg BID for 2 years for a “prediabetic state”.  She has a history of pancreatitis and family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma.  Despite this therapy, at her last clinic visit her fasting BS is found to be 189 mg/dl and her HgbA1C is found to be 9.2% and asymptomatic.  Considering the patient is unwilling to use insulin (or other injectable medications) and her other risk factors, what would be the best change to make to her medication therapy?

Patient Background: Mark, a 25-year-old man, is newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and is starting insulin therapy. He is eager to learn about managing his condition and achieving optimal blood glucose control. Medical History: Recently diagnosed with T1DM No known drug allergies Otherwise healthy with no significant medical history Mark is interested in understanding the different insulin regimens and how they mimic natural insulin patterns. Question: Considering the principles of insulin therapy for T1DM, which statement accurately describes the basal-bolus insulin approach?

 KF is a 68 year old white female who is newly diagnosed with DM 2.  She is not currently on any medications, and she has an appointment with the nutritionist today.  Her clinical information is as follows:  height: 165cm, weight: 78kg, BP 142/88 (goal < 130/80), HR 76 (nl 60-100 bpm),  Fasting Glucose: 189 mg/dl (nl

The general concept of avoidance concerning pipelines and anchors is 500′ shy of a pipeline, 1000′ past if crossing a pipeline.

When setting anchors  the term “anchor in the mud” for the surveying crew typically means to take a position “fix” where the anchor is at position wise.