title: Type II (noninsulin-dependent) diabetes: new treatment options.
abstract: Type II diabetes (noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus [NIDDM]) is a common primary and secondary diagnosis in home care patients. This article describes the pathophysiology of NIDDM, the new drugs that have been released for treatment, and the nursing implications inherent in using these new medications.
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Bodzin
mesh_terms: D003924:Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000378:metabolism / Q000451:nursing; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents / Q000145:classification / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D007004:Hypoglycemic Agents