A nurse is aware that after a meal, the blood sugar level may rise. How long should it take for the blood sugar level to return to the normal range?
a. 30 to 60 minutes
b. 60 to 90 minutes
c. 2 to 3 hours
d. 4 to 6 hours
C
After a meal, blood glucose levels may rise to 130 mg/100 mL but return to normal within 2 to 3 hours.
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