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What is the primary effect of Metformin on glucose levels?
What is the primary effect of Metformin on glucose levels?
- Increases glucose absorption from meals
- Stimulates liver production of sugar
- Reduces insulin sensitivity
- Decreases glucose absorption from meals (correct)
What is a potential adverse effect of Metformin primarily affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
What is a potential adverse effect of Metformin primarily affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
- Increased appetite
- Cramping (correct)
- Reduced thirst
- Weight loss
What should be done if a patient on Metformin is undergoing studies with contrast dye?
What should be done if a patient on Metformin is undergoing studies with contrast dye?
- Increase the Metformin dosage
- Discontinue Metformin (correct)
- Continue Metformin as prescribed
- Switch to a different anti-diabetic drug
What can happen if a patient's kidneys fail while on Metformin?
What can happen if a patient's kidneys fail while on Metformin?
What is the primary effect of Metformin on glucose levels?
What is the primary effect of Metformin on glucose levels?
What is the most appropriate nursing consideration for patients taking Metformin?
What is the most appropriate nursing consideration for patients taking Metformin?
What is a potential adverse effect of Metformin primarily affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
What is a potential adverse effect of Metformin primarily affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
What can happen if a patient's kidneys fail while on Metformin?
What can happen if a patient's kidneys fail while on Metformin?
Flashcards
What does Metformin do to glucose levels?
What does Metformin do to glucose levels?
Metformin helps lower blood sugar by reducing the amount of glucose your body absorbs from meals.
What GI side effect might Metformin cause?
What GI side effect might Metformin cause?
Metformin can cause stomach upset, including cramping.
What should be done with Metformin before a contrast dye study?
What should be done with Metformin before a contrast dye study?
Metformin should be stopped before studies that use contrast dye, due to the risk of kidney problems.
What can happen if a patient on Metformin has kidney problems?
What can happen if a patient on Metformin has kidney problems?
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What unpleasant taste can Metformin cause?
What unpleasant taste can Metformin cause?
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What's a good way to manage Metformin's GI side effects?
What's a good way to manage Metformin's GI side effects?
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What unpleasant taste can Metformin cause?
What unpleasant taste can Metformin cause?
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What can happen if a patient on Metformin has kidney problems?
What can happen if a patient on Metformin has kidney problems?
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Study Notes
Metformin Effects and Considerations
- Metformin primarily decreases glucose levels by decreasing glucose production in the liver and increasing glucose uptake in the muscles.
- A potential adverse effect of Metformin primarily affecting the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is diarrhea.
- If a patient on Metformin is undergoing studies with contrast dye, Metformin should be held for 48 hours to prevent contrast-induced nephropathy.
- If a patient's kidneys fail while on Metformin, lactic acidosis can occur, which is a life-threatening condition.
- The most appropriate nursing consideration for patients taking Metformin is to monitor renal function and blood glucose levels regularly.
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