Endocrine Drugs and Medications Q 5

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Glucotrol (glipizide) is prescribed to a patient with diabetes mellitus. The nurse instructed the patient to avoid which of the following?

  

     A. Soft drinks

     B. Whole grain cereals

     C. Alcohol

     D. Organ meats

    

    

Correct Answer: C. Alcohol

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Alcohol when combined with glipizide, a disulfiram-like reaction (flushing, headache, and nausea) happens. In addition, large amounts of alcohol cause hypoglycemia.

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Options A, B, & D: Soft drinks, whole grain cereals, and organ meats are not to be avoided.

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