Which client statements indicate to the nurse that instruction ...

[SAVANNAHHOOPER23]

Which client statements indicate to the nurse that instruction about type 2 diabetes mellitus and insulin resistance has been effective?
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply.
  1. Exercise will improve insulin resistance.
  2. Eating a healthy diet will reverse insulin resistance.
  3. Exercise will cure type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  4. Eating a healthy diet will cure type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  5. I can eat anything I want as long as I exercise afterwards.

Question 2

What should the nurse include when teaching a client about insulin?
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply.
  1. Rotate injection sites.
  2. Recognize the signs of hypoglycemia.
  3. Store insulin in the freezer.
  4. Carry a readily available supply of sugar.
  5. Wear a medic alert bracelet that explains the client has diabetes.

[kescobar@64]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2
Rationale 1: The activity of insulin receptors can be increased by exercise.
Rationale 2: Adhering to a healthy diet has been shown to reverse insulin resistance.
Rationale 3: Exercise will not cure type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Rationale 4: Eating a healthy diet will not cure type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Rationale 5: The client with type 2 diabetes mellitus should not be instructed to eat anything that is desired as long as exercise is done afterwards.
Global Rationale: The activity of insulin receptors can be increased by exercise and eating a healthy diet has been shown to reverse insulin resistance. There is no cure for type 2 diabetes mellitus. The client with type 2 diabetes mellitus should not be instructed to eat anything that is desired as long as exercise is done afterwards.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Injection sites should be rotated to prevent lipodystrophy.
Rationale 2: Clients should understand the symptoms of hypoglycemia.
Rationale 3: Insulin should be stored at room temperature, not in the freezer.
Rationale 4: Diabetics should carry a readily available source of sugar.
Rationale 5: Clients should wear a medic alert bracelet identifying them as diabetics.
Global Rationale: Teaching should include rotating injections sites, recognizing signs of hypoglycemia, carrying a readily available source of sugar, and wearing a medical alert bracelet. Insulin should not be stored in the freezer.

[SAVANNAHHOOPER23]

Thank you!

[kescobar@64]

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