When discussing exercise programs with the diabetic, the nurse should stress that the patient should: (Select all that apply.)
a. delay the exercise program until glucose is under control.
b. check glucose after exercise.
c. have a quick source of glucose available while exercising.
d. begin slowly and build up to 30 to 45 mi-nutes.
e. use abdomen only for injection site for insulin.
A, C, D, E
All options should be observed by the diabetic who exercises except the patient should check the glucose level before exercise rather than after.
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