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VATI ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new prescription for metformin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Monitor for signs of hypoglycemia. This is important because metformin does not typically cause hypoglycemia, but rather hyperglycemia. Monitoring for signs of hypoglycemia will help ensure the client's safety.
Choice A is incorrect because metformin should be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal side effects.
Choice B is incorrect as muscle pain is not a common side effect of metformin.
Choice C is incorrect because metformin usually does not cause constipation.
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