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JK is a 19-year-old male college student with T1DM. He stays away from home and does not follow a proper diet. His school schedule is erratic; therefore, he eats throughout the day. Currently, he takes extended long-acting analogue insulin once per day. By 8 P.M., his blood sugar levels start dropping to a very low value. Also, biochemical analysis shows trace amount of ketones in his blood.
Height: 5'10" Weight: 175 pounds Hemoglobin A1C: 9%
If JK and his doctor decide to change to multiple daily injections, what is the most important thing that JK should learn from his dietitian?
A. how to become a vegan
B. carbohydrate counting
C. how to make protein-rich smoothies
D. fatty acid avoidance
E. how to avoid artificial sweeteners
Answer: B
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