A few weeks after an 82-year-old with a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes has been placed on metformin (Glucophage) therapy and taught about appropriate diet and exercise, the home health nurse makes a visit. Which finding by the nurse is most important to discuss with the health care provider?
a. Hemoglobin A1C level is 7.9%.
b. Last eye exam was 18 months ago.
c. Glomerular filtration rate is decreased.
d. Patient has questions about the prescribed diet.
