The client is being treated with Humulin N. She also takes an oral contraceptive. The nurse anticipates that the interaction of these two medications will result in which effect?
a. Anaphylactic reaction
b. Increased effect from the Humulin N
c. Decreased effect from the Humulin N
d. Neurological damage
ANS: C
The combination of Humulin N and an oral contraceptive will result in decreased hypoglycemia effect.
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