The physician has explained to the patient that he has developed diabetic neuropathy in his right foot. Later that day the patient calls the nurse and asks what causes diabetic neuropathy. What would be the nurse's best response?
A) "Research has shown that diabetic neuropathy is caused by hyperglycemia that has gone on for years."
B) "The cause is not known for sure but it is thought to have something to do with ketoacidosis."
C) "The cause is not known for sure but it is thought to involve elevated blood glucose levels over a period of years."
D) "Research has shown that diabetic neuropathy is caused by a combination of elevated glucose levels and elevated ketone levels."
Ans: C
Feedback: The etiology of neuropathy may involve elevated blood glucose levels over a period of years.
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