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Question of the Week | What best describes the action of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists?

Question of the Week Diabetes Education Services

 

Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding Glucagon Like Peptides (GLP-1)?

 

  1. Main action is inhibition of DPP-IV enzyme
  2. Increases post prandial glucagon secretion
  3. Promotes gastric motility
  4. Decreases hepatic glycogenolysis

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This course provides a detailed overview of the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes, prevention strategies, & cardiovascular risk reduction. Through case studies & discussion, we highlight strategies to focus on a person-centered approach along with attention to psychosocial care for people living with diabetes.

Course Topics:

  1. Discuss the current epidemiology of type 2 diabetes.
  2. Describe the classification, terminology & diagnostic criteria for diabetes.
  3. Identify the eight pathophysiologic defects associated with the ominous octet.
  4. Describe evidence and strategies to prevent type 2 diabetes.
  5. State strategies to implement a person-centered approach to those with diabetes.
  6. Discuss key aspects of type 2 diabetes management including education, therapeutic lifestyle changes, glucose, lipid, & hypertension management plus referrals.
  7. Understand the overarching principles of management of type 2 DM.

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Our course CE credits are through the following accrediting bodies:

  • AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™,
  • ACPE,
  • ANCC, and
  • CDR

Course credits will continue to count toward the CDCES and BC-ADM certification requirements, and many of our offerings (all of Standards of Care Intensive courses, plus our Virtual and Live DiabetesEd Training Conferences) fulfill the ADA Standards of Care component required for certification renewal.

The use of DES products does not guarantee the successful passage of the certification exam. CBDCE and ADCES do not endorse any preparatory or review materials for the CDCES or BC-ADM exams, except for those published by CBDCE & ADCES.

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