A patient has been diagnosed with hypertension. Based on thi…

A patient has been diagnosed with hypertension. Based on thier history and age, guideline recommendations indicate they are to begin diuretic therapy. The provider notes clear breath sounds, no organomegaly, and no peripheral edema. The patient’s serum electrolytes are normal and has no contraindications. Based on this information, provider should prescribe:

A 67-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) i…

A 67-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is on glipizide and metformin. The patient presents to the clinic with confusion, sluggishness, and extreme thirst. The patient states they don’t follow the recommended meal plan or exercise regularly, and hasn’t checked their blood glucose for one week. A random glucose is drawn and it is 500. What is a likely diagnosis based on preliminary assessment?