A client is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The nurse counsels the client that which mineral is helpful for controlling non–insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus?
a. Chromium
b. Zinc
c. Iron
d. Selenium
ANS: A
Chromium is thought to assist in controlling blood sugar levels in clients with type 2 diabetes.
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