A Patient Who Has Type 2 Diabetes Will Begin Taking

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient who has type 2 diabetes will begin taking glipizide [Glucotrol]. Which statement by the patient is concerning to the nurse?

• A) "I will begin by taking this once daily with breakfast."
• B) "It is safe to drink grapefruit juice while taking this drug."
• C) "I may continue to have a glass of wine with dinner."
• D) "I will need to check my blood sugar once daily or more."

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