Which patient statement indicates to the nurse that the patient needs more teaching about type 2 diabetes?

Question

A) "Type 2 diabetes is also call juvenile-onset diabetes."
B) "I am not dependent on insulin to control my blood glucose levels."
C) "Most people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes."
D) "From time-to-time, I may need insulin to control my blood glucose levels."

Answer 1

A) "Type 2 diabetes is also call juvenile-onset diabetes."

Explanation: A) Type 2 diabetes is also called adult-onset diabetes and noninsulin-dependent diabetes.
B) Individuals with type 2 diabetes are not dependent on exogenous insulin to sustain life; however, they may need insulin therapy and/or oral and other injectable medications to control hyperglycemia.
C) Type 2 diabetes accounts for approximately 90-95% of cases of diabetes.
D) Individuals with type 2 diabetes are not dependent on exogenous insulin to sustain life; however, they may need insulin therapy and/or oral and other injectable medications to control hyperglycemia.