What is the recommendation for self-monitoring of blood glucose?
a. Every morning and every night before bed
b. When there is a change in activity level or diet
c. Four or more times daily for type 1 DM and one to four times for type 2 DM
d. At least eight times a day for type 1 DM
Ans: c. Four or more times daily for type 1 DM and one to four times for type 2 DM
Explanation: Patients with type 1 DM should perform SMBG four times or more daily, including before each meal and at bedtime. Patients with type 2 DM should perform SMBG one to four times daily to help in achieving glucose goals. Whenever they add to or modify their therapies, patients with either DM should test more often.
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