A client has been taught about lifestyle changes to help manage newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus type 2 . Which statement by the client indicates good understanding?
a. "Weight gain may lead to type 1 diabetes and I would need insulin."
b. "I may not need to take medications if my weight is maintained."
c. "I do not have to check my blood glucose if my weight is in the proper range."
d. "My vision and foot pain may go away if I lose some weight."
B
Type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed by weight loss and increased physical activity. En-courage all clients to maintain weight within an appropriate range for height and body build. Once diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, blood glucose monitoring is indicated, regardless of whether the client is taking oral antidiabetic medications. Vision and neurologic changes will not go away with weight control.
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