A patient with severe infectious disease is being treated with an aminoglycoside antibiotic. Which of the following diuretics should be avoided. If possible, for this patient, because of the risk of a serious common and additive adverse effect?

Correct Answer: B

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Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A (15 minutes) because insulin lispro (Humalog) is a rapid-acting insulin that typically starts to have an effect within 15 minutes of administration. This rapid onset of action is essential for managing postprandial glucose levels. Insulin lispro is designed to mimic the body's natural insulin response to food intake, ensuring timely glucose regulation. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they suggest longer onset times, which do not align with the rapid action profile of insulin lispro. Waiting 1 to 2 hours, 80 minutes, or 3 to 5 hours for insulin lispro to take effect would be inaccurate and potentially dangerous in managing blood glucose levels effectively.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, to contact the prescriber for further orders. Since the patient has been NPO and is scheduled for an oral procedure, it is crucial to clarify whether the oral antidiabetic drugs should be administered, withheld, or adjusted. Contacting the prescriber ensures patient safety and adherence to specific protocols. Administering half the original dose (choice A) without consulting the prescriber can lead to hypoglycemia. Withholding all medications (choice C) may result in uncontrolled blood sugar levels. Choice B is incomplete. Contacting the prescriber is the best course of action to confirm the appropriate management plan.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Administer intravenous glucose (50% dextrose). In this scenario, the patient is unconscious due to severe hypoglycemia, which requires immediate intervention to raise blood glucose levels rapidly. Oral glucose would be ineffective as the patient is unconscious and cannot swallow. Intravenous glucose is the fastest way to raise blood sugar levels and is crucial in this emergent situation. Fruit juice or crackers would be too slow and unreliable in this critical state. Administering 50% dextrose intravenously is the most appropriate action to quickly address the hypoglycemia and potentially save the patient's life.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Increased carbohydrate utilization. Growth hormone primarily promotes lipolysis, leading to increased fat utilization and protein synthesis. It also induces insulin resistance, resulting in glucose intolerance. However, growth hormone does not directly increase carbohydrate utilization. Therefore, choice C is the exception among the actions of growth hormone.