NCLEX-RN
Med Surg RN NCLEX Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
An adult client with type 2 diabetes is taking metformin (Glucophage) 1,000 mg two times every day. After the nurse provides instructions regarding the interaction of alcohol and metformin, the nurse evaluates that the client understands the instructions when the client says:
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Rationale: Alcohol combined with metformin increases the risk of lactic acidosis, a serious complication. The client should avoid alcohol while taking metformin.
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