During the summer many children are more physically active. What changes in the management of the child with diabetes should be taught as a result of more exercise?
1. Increased food intake
2. Decreased food intake
3. Increased need for insulin
4. Decreased risk of insulin reaction
Answer:1
Rationale:Increased physical activity requires adequate caloric intake to prevent hypoglycemia,so food intake should be increased.Increased activity would not require decreased food intake,and it would not result in a decreased risk of insulin reaction.Exercise causes the insulin to be used more efficiently,so increased insulin would not be needed.
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