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ATI Pharmacology 215 Questions
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A patient is scheduled for surgery this morning and the nurse is administering the morning medications. Which scheduled morning medication should the nurse withhold and not administer on the morning of surgery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Metformin. Metformin is typically withheld on the morning of surgery due to the risk of lactic acidosis when combined with certain anesthetic drugs. Metoprolol (
B), Prednisone (
C), and Levothyroxine (
D) are generally safe to administer on the morning of surgery. Metoprolol helps manage blood pressure and heart rate, Prednisone is a steroid for inflammation, and Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement. It is crucial to withhold Metformin to prevent potential complications during surgery.
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