The caregivers of a child just diagnosed with diabetes express concern that they won't remember the different signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. As a result, they are afraid they won't handle an emergency correctly. What is the best initial response by the nurse to help ensure the child's safety?
What will be an ideal response?
Instruct them to treat the reaction as if it's hypoglycemia, which is more likely.
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