A nurse plans an evening snack of milk crackers, and cheese for a client who is receiving NPH insulin (Novolin N). What does this snack provide?
a. encouragement to stay on the diet
b. added calories to promote weight gain
c. nourishment to counteract late insulin activity
d. high-carbohydrate nourishment for immediate use
Answer: c. nourishment to counteract late insulin activity
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