The nurse is identifying patients at risk for needing insulin. Which patients should the nurse identify as potentially needing insulin to maintain a normal blood glucose level?
Select all that apply.
1. patients who are fasting or malnourished
2. patients with type 2 diabetes who are diagnosed with an infection
3. patients with type 2 diabetes who are undergoing surgical procedures
4. patients with gestational diabetes
5. patients receiving total parenteral nutrition
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
Insulin may be necessary for patients with diabetes mellitus who are experiencing an infection or surgery or have gestational diabetes mellitus. Insulin is not prescribed for patients who are malnourished or are receiving total parenteral nutrition.
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