The nurse would need to monitor the serum glucose levels of a client receiving which of the following medications, owing to its effects on glycogenolysis and insulin release?
The nurse would need to monitor the serum glucose levels of a client receiving which of the following medications, owing to its effects on glycogenolysis and insulin release?
Epinephrine increases serum glucose levels by stimulating glycogenolysis and inhibiting insulin release. Due to these effects, it is important for the nurse to monitor the serum glucose levels of a client receiving this medication, as it can cause significant hyperglycemia.
Answer D
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