The nurse is caring for a pregnant patient diagnosed with pregnancy-induced diabetes. What antidiabetic agent is best suited for administration to this patient?
A) Metformin
B) Acarbose
C) Insulin
D) Glyburide
C
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Insulin therapy is the best choice for patients with diabetes during pregnancy and lactation, which are times of high stress and metabolic demands. Oral antidiabetic medications are contraindicated during pregnancy so metformin, acarbose, and glyburide are not the best choices.
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According to recommendations from the American Cancer Society, the nurse should explain that it is important for these women to 1. do monthly breast self-exams. 2. have a yearly mammogram. 3. see a physician if there is a strong family history of breast cancer. 4. have an annual breast exam performed by a health care provider.
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