The nurse is teaching a client about sick day management. Which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
a. "Continue your prescribed exercise regi-men even if you are sick."
b. "Avoid eating or drinking to reduce vo-miting and diarrhea."
c. "Do not use insulin or take your oral anti-diabetic agent if you vomit."
d. "Monitor your blood glucose levels at least every 4 hours."
D
When ill, the client should monitor his or her blood glucose at least every 4 hours. The other statements are inaccurate.
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