The nurse is helping a client with diabetes mellitus with meal planning. What should the nurse emphasize about carbohydrate intake?
a. Low-fiber foods are needed to improve insulin sensitivity.
b. There is no set amount of carbohydrates to ingest each day
c. Eat a small amount of foods with high fiber content to avoid constipation.
d. No fewer than 100 grams of simple carbohydrates because complex carbohydrates take much longer to metabolize.
b. There is no set amount of carbohydrates to ingest each day
The American Diabetic Association does not specify a maximum amount of carbohydrates to be consumed daily, but the minimum recommendation is 130 grams/day from various fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. The addition of high-fiber foods is an important component in healthy bowels. Complex carbohydrates are recommended over simple carbohydrates which are high in calories and low in nutritional value. High-fiber foods are highly recommended as a source of complex carbohydrates and have been associated with improved insulin sensitivity.
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a. Collective bargaining b. Information technology c. Participative management d. Bureaucratic management
These statements are about a safe setting. Which is correct?
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