The nurse teaches the newly diagnosed patient with type 2 diabetes which of the following general guidelines?
A) Low fat generally indicates low sugar.
B) Protein should constitute 35% of dietary intake.
C) Control calorie intake to attain a reasonable body weight.
D) Dietary fat should be eliminated from the diet.
Ans: C
Feedback: In general, recommended calorie distribution is higher in carbohydrates than in fat and protein, and all carbohydrates should be eaten in moderation to avoid high postprandial blood glucose levels. The most important objective in the dietary management of diabetes is control of total calorie intake to attain or maintain reasonable body weight.
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