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