As a physician assistant,you have the responsibility to educate patients and families regarding diabetes treatment.When you have a patient taking a biguanide,what specific information should you share regarding the intake of alcohol?
A) Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of hyperglycemia.
B) Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
C) Drinking alcohol will have no effect.
D) Drinking alcohol is not tolerated while taking a biguanide.
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