Which comment made by a school-age child indicates that he needs more teaching about diabetes mellitus and exercise?
a. "I carry a piece of hard candy with me in case I start to feel shaky."
b. "I make sure I have emergency money when I have soccer practice or a game."
c. "Sometimes I skip my breakfast when I have a game in the morning."
d. "I play in soccer games that are scheduled after dinner."
ANS: C
Blood glucose is high after meals. The child with type 1 diabetes mellitus who skips a meal before exercise is at risk for hypoglycemia.
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