What instruction should the nurse emphasize when teaching the diabetic client about how to alter diabetes management during a period of illness that includes nausea and vomiting
A. "Continue your prescribed exercise regimen."
B. "Avoid eating or drinking to reduce vomiting."
C. "Do not use insulin or take your oral antidiabetic agent."
D. "Monitor your blood glucose levels at least every 4 hours."
D
Treatment decisions and alterations will be made on the basis of blood glucose levels and the presence of ketone bodies in the urine.
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A) performing procedures. B) determining a diagnosis. C) obtaining the past history. D) developing a plan.