This article originally posted 22 December, 2009 and appeared in Issue 501
Test Your Knowledge #501: Which of the following statements best describes the rationale for aggressive therapy...
Which of the following statements best describes the rationale for aggressive therapy, which targets multiple pathophysiologic defects of Type 2 diabetes?
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A. Targeting multiple pathophysiologic defects of Type 2 diabetes is most likely to reduce cardiovascular risk.
B. Targeting multiple pathophysiologic defects of Type 2 diabetes is most likely to improve glycemic control, thereby improving cardiovascular risk and possibly beta cell function.
C. Patients are more likely to adhere to aggressive therapy for Type 2 diabetes.
D. Aggressive therapy for Type 2 diabetes is most likely to result in substantial weight loss.
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