The nurse is caring for a patient with a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus. When assisting with the plan of care, which goal set by the patient will require revision?
a. Patient will participate in 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercise 5 days a week.
b. Patient will discontinue insulin use within 1 year.
c. Patient will consume 20% of caloric intake from fat.
d. Patient will demonstrate accurate self-glucose testing skills.
ANS: B
Type 1 diabetes mellitus requires the administration of insulin injections to replace the insulin that the body is no longer able to make. Participation in a regular exercise program is a realistic goal. A diabetic diet includes 20% to 35% of calories from fat. A person diagnosed with diabetes should be able to perform glucose testing.
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