This episode is everything Anti-Diabetic and Insulins. All of this material is being pulled from PDR (Physician's Desk Reference)

PHARMACOLOGY STUDY GUIDE: ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS

Covers Insulin, Glipizide (Sulfonylurea), Metformin (Biguanide), and Glucagon — focusing on MOA, red-flag effects, nursing priorities, and top NCLEX points.

I. INSULIN (Lispro, Aspart, Humulin R, Novolin N)

MOA: Promotes glucose uptake → stored as glycogen. Use: Type 1 DM, sometimes Type 2. Major Risk: Hypoglycemia — trembling, sweating, confusion, tachycardia. Priority: If conscious, give 4 oz OJ; if mild, check glucose first. Other Concerns: Somogyi (night hypoglycemia → AM  ...