Author Question: An obese patient with type 2 diabetes wants to begin an exercise program. The nurse recommends that ... (Read 73 times)

melly21297 · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

An obese patient with type 2 diabetes wants to begin an exercise program. The nurse recommends that the patient:

a. start by walking 30 minutes a day.
b. join a gym.
c. hire a personal trainer.
d. seek a medical evaluation.

Question 2

The nurse is counseling a young athlete with type 1 diabetes. The nurse knows that the athlete understands the instructions when he verbalizes:

a. If my blood sugar is below 100 before practice, I should consume some carbohydrate before beginning.
b. I should drink plenty of Gatorade during practice.
c. I don't need to check my blood sugar during practice.
d. I should not eat during practice.