Question

A 45-year-old overweight adult with A1C 10.5% and symptomatic hyperglycemia presents without DKA. Per ADA Standards of Care, which initial glucose-lowering strategy is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle only for 3 months

Answer

Begin metformin monotherapy only

Answer

Start basal insulin (with or without additional agents)

Answer

Start sulfonylurea monotherapy

Answer

Start dual oral therapy

Practice question

A 45-year-old overweight adult with A1C 10.5% and symptomatic hyperglycemia presents without DKA. Per ADA Standards of Care, which initial glucose-lowering strategy is appropriate?