A patient with type 2 diabetes is prescribed nateglinide (Starlix). Which statement indicates that the patient has a correct understanding of this therapy?
a. "I will try not to chew or break this tablet."
b. "For best results, I need to take this drug right before I eat."
c. "If this drug causes nausea, I will take it just before I go to bed."
d. "If I miss a meal, I will take this drug anyway at its regularly scheduled time."
ANS: B
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