The nurse educates clients about the structure and function of the endocrine system and treatment of endocrinologic disorders. A client asks the nurse how the body regulates blood sugar levels
In planning the teaching session with the client, which information is important for the nurse to include in the session
1 . Insulin facilitates the lowering of blood sugar.
2 . Glucagon facilitates the raising of blood sugar.
3 . The endocrine gland responsible for regulation of blood sugar is the pancreas.
4 . Insulin and glucagon influence carbohydrate metabolism.
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4
A
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As an endocrine gland, the pancreas secretes insulin, which facilitates the lowering of blood sugar, and glucagon, which facilitates the raising of blood sugar. These substances also influence fat and protein metabolism.
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