A nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed diabetic mellitus Type 1 patient and family about the administration of insulin. It will be important for the nurse to include:
1. Rotating the injection sites with each dose.
2. Only using 1 mL syringes for dosing.
3. Giving the amount of insulin, then checking the blood glucose levels.
4. Providing sugary snacks when the glucose level is at 120 or above.
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1. Rotation of the injection sites will allow areas to heal.
2. Only a unit syringe should be used for insulin administration.
3. Blood glucose levels should be checked prior to the administration of insulin.
4. Sugary snacks should be avoided if the blood glucose level is at 120 or above.
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