T2DM Quiz

What is the recommended initial approach for patients with type 2 diabetes? You may choose more than one answer.

• SGLT-2 inhibitor

• GLP-1 receptor agonist

• Sulfonylurea

• Metformin

• Lifestyle modification

What is the weight loss goal for patients who are overweight and have type 2 diabetes?

• 10 - 15% of total body weight

• 5 - 10% of total body weight

• 1-5% of total body weight

• 15 - 20% of total body weight

Which medicine is preferred for patients with established or high risk of cardiovascular disease, heart failure, or diabetic kidney disease? Select all that apply.

• Vildagliptin

• Empagliflozin

• Pioglitazone

• Sulfonylurea

• Dulaglutide

What is the recommended initial basal insulin dose for patients with type 2 diabetes if HbA1c is > 64 mmol/mol?

• 0.1 units/kg daily

• 0.2 units/kg daily

• 0.3 units/kg daily

• 0.4 units/kg daily

What is the prevalence of type 2 diabetes among the adult population in New Zealand?

• 1%

• 15%

• 5%

• 10%

Which diabetic medications carry the highest risk of hypoglycaemia? Select all that apply.

• Metformin

• GLP-1 agonists

• SGLT-2 inhibitors

• Insulin

• Sulphonylureas

Which of the following medications have the highest efficacy in reducing HbA1c? Select 3.

• Empagliflozin

• Dulaglutide

• Vildagliptin

• Sulfonylureas

• Pioglitazone

Which medication is typically discontinued if commencing insulin?

• Metformin

• Pioglitazone

• Vildagliptin

• Dulaglutide

• Empagliflozin

What is the recommended frequency of HbA1c testing for patients with T2DM who have NOT yet achieved stable well controlled diabetes?

• 3-6 monthly

• Annually

• 6-12 monthly

• Every 2 years

Which of the following would prompt you to consider commencing insulin for a patient?

• Failure to meet HbA1c target despite two oral agents

• HbA1c > 80-90 at any point from diagnosis

• Significant symptoms of hyperglycaemia at diagnosis

• All of the above