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Which statements by the patient with a new diagnosis of diabetes show understanding of instruction related to leading a healthy life and preventing complications? Select all that apply
 

A.

"I must avoid all sweets and carbohydrates."

B.

"I must check my feet daily."

C.

"I will stop exercising so my blood sugar doesn't drop."

D.

"I should have a yearly eye exam.”

E.

"I should aim to keep my premeal blood glucose reading under 126 mg/dl.”

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,D,E

A. "I must avoid all sweets and carbohydrates":  A balanced diet including carbohydrates is essential for energy. The focus should be on managing portion sizes and choosing complex carbohydrates.

B. "I must check my feet daily": Regular foot inspections help prevent complications such as ulcers and infections, which are common in diabetes.

C. "I will stop exercising so my blood sugar doesn't drop": Exercise is important for managing diabetes, but clients should monitor blood sugar levels before and after exercising and have a carbohydrate source available to prevent hypoglycemia.

D. "I should have a yearly eye exam": Annual eye exams are necessary to detect diabetic retinopathy early.

E. "I should aim to keep my premeal blood glucose reading under 126 mg/dL": This goal aligns with ADA recommendations for glycemic control in diabetes management.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is ["2"]

Explanation

Dose required: 0.2 mg

Dose available: 0.1 mg tablets

Number of tablets = 0.2mg /0.1mg/tablet

= 2 tablets

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. "Examine your feet carefully every day.": Daily foot exams are crucial to prevent complications like infections, but controlling blood glucose is more important for preventing retinopathy and neuropathy.

B. "Maintain stable blood glucose levels.": Tight glucose control is the most critical action to reduce the risk of long-term complications, such as retinopathy and neuropathy.

C. "Wear closed-toed shoes daily.": This protects the feet but does not address the root cause of neuropathy and retinopathy.

D. "Plan to have an eye examination once per year.": Annual eye exams are essential for detecting retinopathy early, but stable blood glucose levels are the key to preventing its development.

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