The nurse is educating a patient with diabetes mellitus regarding urine testing for ketones. Information provided will include that ketone testing should be done (Select all that apply.)

a. when illness occurs.
b. during pregnancy.
c. before and after physical exercise.
d. when blood glucose is above usual range.
e. every morning upon awakening.


ANS: A, B, D
Ketone testing should be done when illness occurs, during pregnancy, and whenever blood glucose is elevated above the individual's usual range. It is not necessary to test urine for ketones before and after physical exercise or every morning upon awakening.

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