Assessment of a client reveals a history of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, weight loss, polyuria, poor skin turgor, nausea, loss of appetite, and a blood glucose level measured by finger stick of 448. Which of the following would be the priority?
A) Risk for imbalanced volume related to inadequate oral intake and frequent urination
B) Imbalanced nutrition: more than body requirements related to diabetes
C) Potential complication: hypotension
D) Deficient knowledge related to diabetes self-care and management
A
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