A diabetic client visits the health care facility for a fasting blood glucose test. How should the nurse ensure that the test is accurate?
A) By modifying the diet to get the correct glucose level
B) By withholding food and fluids to check the glucose level
C) By asking the client to eat just an hour before taking the test
D) By asking the client to perform light exercise before taking the test
B
Feedback:
To check the glucose level of a diabetic client, the nurse should ensure that the client is withholding food and fluids to ensure the test's accuracy. Exercise is unnecessary to ensure accurate results.
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