A client newly diagnosed with diabetes has also been diagnosed with depression. The nurse knows to be alert for:
1. Increased low blood glucose results
2. Increased high blood glucose results
3. Failure to follow treatment plans
4. Anger and potential of violence against significant others.
ANS: 3
Depression is frequently associated with fatigue and hopelessness, leading to erratic treatment compliance, so option 3 is correct. Research has not shown depression to have a direct impact on blood sugar, so options 1 and 2 are incorrect. There are not enough data to support the outcomes in option 4.
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