The clinic nurse is caring for a diabetic client who has frequent episodes of hypoglycemia. What would be the best intervention for this client?
A) Encourage the client to gain weight.
B) Encourage the client to eat three large meals per day.
C) Counsel the client to limit total carbohydrate intake to less than 100 g/day.
D) Counsel the client to encourage better compliance.
D
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Mastering the art of eating for diabetes occurs over time from learning the basic facts to assimilating and implementing information. Individuals differ in how much information they want and how motivated they are to improve their eating habits. Periodic and ongoing follow-up improves compliance.
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