Author Question: Mrs. Barclay's physician has prescribed regular insulin and NPH for control of her diabetes. Mrs. ... (Read 32 times)

Zoey63294 · **on:** Aug 21, 2018

Mrs. Barclay's physician has prescribed regular insulin and NPH for control of her diabetes. Mrs. Barclay is 5'3, weighs 112 lbs., and is an active woman who plays handball three times per week. While preparing her for discharge, the nurse should tell Mrs. Barclay that
a. she does not need to eat extra food for exercise as her diet is designed to cover strenuous activity.
b. she should eat three meals only to cover the action of her insulin.
c. she could miss one injection if she gets too busy.
d. if she drinks alcoholic beverages, she is at risk of hypoglycemia.

Question 2

Abstention from alcohol is recommended for who among the following?
a. All people with diabetes
b. People with abnormally high triglyceride levels
c. People without evidence of neuropathy
d. People with abnormally low triglyceride levels