The client takes insulin for diabetes mellitus. The physician orders metoprolol (Lopresor) for hypertension. After medication teaching, the nurse determines that learning has occurred when the client makes which statement?

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Metoprolol can mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia, so the client will need to monitor blood sugar more frequently to avoid this risk. Metoprolol can also cause a decrease in insulin production by the pancreas, so the client may need less insulin, but not more. It is not appropriate to switch from insulin to a pill without further evaluation and management by the physician.

The Client Takes Insulin for Diabetes Mellitus