The nurse teaches a client beginning drug therapy with pioglitazone (Actos)that the drug acts in which of the following ways?

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Pioglitazone (Actos) is from the thiazolidinediones class of drugs, which work by increasing the sensitivity of cells in the body to their own insulin. This helps the body use insulin more effectively and lowers blood sugar levels. Option A is incorrect because pioglitazone does not stimulate the pancreas to produce insulin. Option C is incorrect because pioglitazone does not decrease glucose production in the liver. Option D is incorrect because pioglitazone does not delay digestion and absorption of carbohydrates.

The Nurse Teaches a Client Beginning Drug Therapy with Pioglitazone