Which of the following is important for the nurse to assess and monitor in a patient prescribed metformin (Glucophage)? (Select all that apply.?

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It is important for the nurse to assess and monitor presence of congestive heart failure (CHF), need for diagnostic tests involving use of contrast dyes and presence of renal or hepatic disease in a patient prescribed metformin (Glucophage) as these conditions can increase the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious side effect of metformin. Weight gain, fluid retention and family history of glaucoma are not directly related to the use of metformin.

Which of the Following Is Important for the Nurse to Assess