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When caring for an older client prescribed glipizide, the nurse should:
 
  a. question a prescription for half the usual initial dose.
  b. instruct the client to take the medication with meals.
  c. question a prescription for a usual initial dose.
  d. monitor the client for manifestations of metabolic alkalosis.
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ANS: C

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A Incorrect: Older clients and those with liver dysfunction should be started with 1/2 the usual initial dose, so this prescription should not be questioned.
B Incorrect: This medication should be take 30 minutes before meals.
C Correct: Older clients and those with liver dysfunction should be started with 1/2 the usual initial dose, so this prescription should be questioned.
D Incorrect: This drug can cause metabolic acidosis.
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