Which Instruction Is Most Important for the Nurse to Teach

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which instruction is most important for the nurse to teach a patient with diabetes who is receiving metformin?

• A) Take the medication before meals.
• B) This medication will cause the pancreas to secrete more insulin.
• C) Stop taking the drug 24 to 48 hours prior to radiopaque dye procedures.
• D) There may be an increase in the triglyceride level.

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Definitions:

Genetic Predisposition

The inherent susceptibility to certain conditions or characteristics based on one's genetic makeup.

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The change in opinions or behavior that occurs when an individual conforms to what they believe is the correct way to act, based on information from others.

Normative Social Influence

The influence of other people that leads us to conform in order to be liked and accepted by them.