When diabetes control over the preceding 3-month period is assessed, what is the most reliable measure?
1. SMBG report graph
2. The patient's report
3. Fasting blood glucose level
4. Glycated hemoglobin level
Question 2
A nurse provides dietary counseling for a patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Which instruction should be included?
1. The patient may eat any foods desired and cover the glucose increase with sliding-scale, regular insulin.
2. Most of the calories should be in the form of protein to promote fat breakdown and preserve muscle mass.
3. Total caloric intake should not exceed 1800 calories in a 24-hour period.
4. The majority of calories should be in the form of carbohydrates and monounsaturated fats.
Symptoms of diabetes
Nursing Notes on diabetes
Feedback control of the adrenal cortex.
Control of the anterior and posterior pituitary by the hypothalamus.
Embryonic Period
Control of Respiration