When the body produces an excess amount of insulin, the nurse should monitor for signs and symptoms of:
a. diabetes insipidus c. hyperglycemia
b. diabetes mellitus d. hypoglycemia
D
Hypoglycemia, or low blood glucose, results when the body produces an excess amount of insulin.
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