Author Question: The nurse teaches the newly diagnosed diabetic client that the best means of reducing the risk of ... (Read 78 times)

lbcchick · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse teaches the newly diagnosed diabetic client that the best means of reducing the risk of complications is to:

1. Exercise regularly for a minimum of 30 minutes a day.
2. See the doctor every six months.
3. Eat properly.
4. Maintain stable blood sugar level.

Question 2

The nurse teaches the client how to self-administer insulin, and determines further teaching is needed when the client states:

1. I should rotate the site I use for injections.
2. I should draw back on the plunger before injecting the insulin.
3. I will clean the site using an antiseptic wipe, and rub in a circle.
4. I should never inject insulin in an area with a bruise.

GCabra · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: Maintaining stable blood sugar levels within normal limits is the single most important way to reduce the risk of complications. In order to maintain a stable blood sugar level the other options (eating properly, adequate follow up with physician and exercising) are good strategies to use.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: Drawing back on the plunger is contraindicated for clients administering insulin because it causes tissue trauma. The other statements are correct.