In the diabetic class on exercise, the nurse stresses that ...

[natalie2426]

In the diabetic class on exercise, the nurse stresses that insulin users should test their blood glucose level before exercising. At what blood glucose level would the diabetic need to eat a carbohydrate snack before exercising?
 
  A) 70 mg/dL B) 100 mg/dL C) 110 mg/dL D) 130 mg/dL

Question 2

A 47-year-old, obese female client is admitted for hypertensive crisis. During the assessment, she states she has tried every diet out there and she is not interested in trying another one. She refuses to talk with the dietitian.
 
  Which of the following is the best approach for the nurse to use to help this client? A) Provide the client with colorful graphs and charts to note the foods she eats.
  B) Ask a social worker to intervene.
  C) Emphasize things to do instead of not to do.
  D) Report the client to the physician, and note it in her medical record.

[zhanghao]

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Diabetics are recommended to eat a carbohydrate snack before exercise if the glucose level is less than 100 mg/dL.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
It is best to emphasize things to do instead of not to do when trying to teach good eating habits. Many individuals view dieting as punishment and will not want to participate in making any changes. A nurse should listen to the client and not be confrontational. Asking a social worker or reporting the client to the physician will not help in the situation and only make the client less willing to cooperate. The use of graphs and charts would possibly be seen by the client as just another diet tactic.

[natalie2426]

Excellent

[zacnyjessica]

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