Which comment by a 12-year-old child with type 1 diabetes indicates deficient knowledge?
a. "I rotate my insulin injection sites every time I give myself an injection."
b. "I keep records of my glucose levels and insulin sites and amounts."
c. "I'll be glad when I can take a pill for my diabetes like my uncle does."
d. "I keep Lifesavers in my school bag in case I have a low-sugar reaction."
C
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A Rotating injection sites is appropriate because insulin absorption varies at
different sites.
B Keeping records of serum glucose and insulin sites and amounts is appropriate.
C Children with type 1 diabetes will require life-long insulin therapy.
D Prompt treatment of hypoglycemia reduces the possibility of a severe reaction.
Keeping hard candy on hand is an appropriate action.
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