A client is being treated for type 2 diabetes mellitus,tuberculosis,and rheumatoid arthritis.The nurse would be most concerned about this patient being treated with which medication?

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Etanercept (Enbrel) is a medication used to treat autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. However, it can increase the risk of developing serious infections, including tuberculosis. Since the patient already has tuberculosis, the nurse would be most concerned about the potential for exacerbation of the infection with the use of etanercept. The other medications listed do not have this same risk.

A Client Is Being Treated for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus,tuberculosis,and