NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which is not a function of GLP-1 agonists?

Stimulate insulin secretion
Slow gastric emptying
Increase glucagon secretion
Induce weight loss

The correct answer is: Increase glucagon secretion

GLP-1 agonists are a class of medications used to treat type 2 diabetes. They work by mimicking the effects of the hormone GLP-1, which is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels. The function of GLP-1 agonists is to stimulate insulin secretion, which helps to lower blood sugar. They also slow gastric emptying, which means food is digested more slowly and this helps to control blood sugar levels. GLP-1 agonists are also known for inducing weight loss as a side effect. The incorrect answer in this case is C, as GLP-1 agonists actually decrease glucagon secretion, which is a hormone that increases blood sugar levels. This is why increasing glucagon secretion is not a function of GLP-1 agonists.