A nurse is counseling a 19-year-old person who has recently been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes mellitus. The person asks if there is anything specific that should be done before going to play tennis with a friend. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the person to avoid hypoglycemia?
a. Inject the insulin into the abdomen.
b. Inject the insulin into the arm.
c. Inject the insulin into the thigh.
d. Skip taking any insulin before exercising.
Answer: a. Inject the insulin into the abdomen.
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