A client was diagnosed as having type 2 diabetes mellitus and was treated with diet and exercise. When assisting the client with diet planning, the nurse's instructions should include:
1. the greatest number of calories should be from the protein group.
2. no substitutes can be made if using the food exchange plan.
3. a consistent number of calories are needed each day.
4. the meal plan can be disregarded if "dietetic" foods are used.
Answer: 3
1. The largest percentage of calories should come from carbohydrates.
2. Substitutions can be done within exchange lists.
3. A consistent number of calories are needed daily based on the client's ideal weight, activity level, and age.
4. Dietetic foods have calories, and cannot be substituted for a meal plan.
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