What is the most important action when caring for a patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus who is prescribed a beta blocker?
a. Assess the patient's feet daily.
b. Monitor for infection.
c. Administer oral diabetic drugs.
d. Regularly check the patient's blood glucose.
ANS: D
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