Question

A nurse is caring for a patient with newly diagnosed type II diabetes mellitus who has been ordered to begin metformin. The nurse knows that the presence of which of the following in the patient’s medical history would represent a contraindication to this therapy?

polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
renal failure
seizure disorder
uncontrolled hypertension

Accepted Answer

renal failure

Answer

polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Answer

uncontrolled hypertension

Answer

seizure disorder

Question 1 - Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Practice Test for the NCLEX-RN Exam