RN Exam Practice
Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 613 of 2368

According to the American Diabetes Association, which medication is the preferred initial pharmacologic agent for type 2 diabetes?

  1. Glipizide
  2. Sitagliptin
  3. Metformin
  4. Insulin glargine
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Correct answer: Metformin

Metformin is the preferred initial pharmacologic agent for treating type 2 diabetes.

Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Endocrine System: Antihyperglycemic Medication: Oral Antihyperglycemics. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026