A male client with type 1 diabetes mellitus has a highly elevated glycosylated hemoglobin (Hb) test result. In discussing the result with the client, nurse Sharmaine would be most accurate in stating:
a. "The test needs to be repeated following a 12-hour fast."
b. "It looks like you aren't following the prescribed diabetic diet."
c. "It tells us about your sugar control for the last 3 months."
d. "Your insulin regimen needs to be altered significantly."
Answer: c. "It tells us about your sugar control for the last 3 months."
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