In teaching a woman with pregestational diabetes about desired glucose levels, the nurse explains that a normal fasting glucose level, such as before breakfast, is in the range of:
1. 60 to 90 mg/dl.
2. 90 to 120 mg/dl.
3. 120 to 150 mg/dl.
4. 150 to 180 mg/dl.
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1. Correct. Target glucose levels during a fasting period are 60 to 90 mg/dl.
2. Incorrect. These glucose levels are consistent with expected levels at bedtime.
3. Incorrect. These levels are considered elevated for a fasting glucose level.
4. Incorrect. These levels are considered elevated for a fasting glucose level and indicate poor glycemic control.
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