A patient with poorly controlled diabetes has elevated lipid levels in spite of her attempts to decrease fat and carbohydrate intake. How should the nurse explain this finding?
1. "You are not eating enough and your proteins are breaking down."
2. "Your body is using your high glucose levels to produce lipids."
3. "You are not eating enough carbohydrates."
4. "Most persons with diabetes are not able to efficiently metabolize fats."
Answer: 2
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