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What should a nurse suggest to the parent of a child with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) who is not eating as a result of a minor illness?
 
  a. Give the child half his regular morning dose of insulin.
  b. Substitute calorie-containing liquids for solid food to maintain normal serum glucose levels.
  c. Give the child plenty of unsweetened, clear liquids to prevent dehydration.
  d. Take the child directly to the emergency department.

Question 2

Which toy is the most developmentally appropriate for an 18- to 24-month-old child?
 
  a. A push and pull toy
  b. Nesting blocks
  c. A bicycle with training wheels
  d. A computer



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Answer to Question 1

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Calorie-containing liquids will maintain normal serum glucose levels and decrease the risk of hypoglycemia. The child should receive his regular dose of insulin even if he does not have an appetite. If the child is not eating as usual, he needs calories to prevent hypoglycemia. During periods of minor illness, the child with IDDM can be managed safely at home.

Answer to Question 2

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Push and pull toys encourage large muscle activity and are appropriate for the child between 18 and 24 months of age. Nesting blocks are more appropriate for a 12- to 15-month-old child. A bicycle with training wheels is appropriate for a preschool or young school-age child. A computer can be appropriate as early as the preschool years.



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