A patient has type 1 diabetes (IDDM). The nurse is teaching her early signs and symptoms of insulin reaction, which include
a. abdominal pain and nausea.
b. dyspnea and pallor.
c. flushing of the skin and headache.
d. perspiration and a trembling sensation.
D
The patient should be instructed to notify a member of the nursing staff if any signs of hypoglycemic (low insulin) reaction occur: excessive perspiration or trembling.
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