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Title: The physician has ordered Metformin (Glucophage) for a client with type 2 diabetes. The nurse plans ...
Post by: kkeehner on Jan 18, 2018
The physician has ordered Metformin (Glucophage) for a client with type 2 diabetes. The nurse plans to teach the client which of the following about this medication?
 
  1. It stimulates the beta cells of the pancreas to secrete insulin.
   2. It has the potential to induce hypoglycemia in older clients.
   3. It is contraindicated in clients with renal insufficiency.
   4. It has adverse effects, including weight gain and elevated blood lipid levels.


Title: The physician has ordered Metformin (Glucophage) for a client with type 2 diabetes. The nurse plans ...
Post by: pastaeather on Jan 18, 2018
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