ATI RN
RN Comprehensive Online Practice 2019 B with NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus about metformin. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: "I should report any stomach upset to my provider." This is correct because metformin can cause gastrointestinal side effects like stomach upset, diarrhea, and nausea. It's important for the client to report these symptoms to their healthcare provider to assess if any adjustments or interventions are needed.
Incorrect choices:
A: Taking metformin with food can reduce gastrointestinal side effects, so it should not be taken on an empty stomach.
B: Blood sugar monitoring frequency should be more frequent than twice a week for proper diabetes management.
C: Metformin is associated with weight loss or weight neutrality, not weight gain.
E, F, G: No information provided.
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