The client with type 1 diabetes has a blood glucose level of 160 mg/dL on arrival at the operating room. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Document the finding as the only action.
B. Administer regular insulin.
C. Cancel the surgery.
D. Notify the physician.
A
Clients who have type 1 diabetes and are having surgery have been found to have fewer compli-cations, lower rates of infection, and better wound healing if blood glucose levels are maintained between 120 mg/dL and 200 mg/dL throughout the perioperative period.
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