| Diabetes Mellitus Types | Metformin | Patient Education |
|---|---|---|
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Type 2 DM
This type of DM is considered to be caused by some genetic factors but mostly life style choices
|
anti-diabetic, PO (oral)
What is the drug classification of Metformin and what route(s) is it available?
|
False
True or false?
Metformin should be taken on an empty stomach. |
|
Type 1
This type of DM is usually discovered at a young age.
|
False
True or False?
Metformin should not be discontinued before surgery. |
No. Metformin should not be crushed or chewed.
While educating the patient, the student nurse tells the patient to crush Metformin before taking. Is the student correct in this teaching?
|
|
During pregnancy
When does gestational diabetes occur?
|
False
True or False?
Patients taking Metformin do not need to worry about diet and exercise. |
Yes. Even though the patient's diabetes might be well managed, monitoring blood glucose levels is still important.
The patient states, "I will not need to monitor my blood sugar levels now that I am on this medication." Does this patient require further teaching?
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