The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of type 2 diabetes who has recently experienced a myocardial infarction.The nurse would increase monitoring for findings of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)when which medication is added to the patient's drug regimen?
A)Warfarin sodium
B)Hydrochlorothiazide diuretic
C)Aspirin
D)Calcium channel blocker

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Hydrochlorothiazide diuretic can increase blood glucose levels, potentially leading to DKA in patients with a history of type 2 diabetes. Therefore, increased monitoring for DKA is necessary when this medication is added to the patient's drug regimen. Warfarin sodium, aspirin, and calcium channel blockers are not known to increase the risk of DKA.

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