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maychende

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A client is prescribed meglitinide as oral treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse instruct as a possible side effect of this medication?
 
  1. Diarrhea
  2. Constipation
  3. Flatulence
  4. Hunger

Question 2

A client is diagnosed with an upper urinary tract infection. Which structures are affected by this infection? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Bladder
  2. Kidney
  3. Prostate
  4. Ureters
  5. Urethra
  6. Rectum


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The most common side effect of meglitinide is flatulence, which can cause the client minor discomfort. The nurse should instruct the client regarding this side effect. Meglitinide does not cause diarrhea, constipation, or hunger.

Answer to Question 2

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Upper urinary tract infections are of the ureters or kidney. Lower urinary tract infections are infections of the urethra, bladder, or prostate. The rectum is not affected by an upper urinary tract infection.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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