A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus asks the nurse why they cannot receive insulin in a pill form. Which response should the nurse provide the client?
A. "The cells cannot recognize insulin in that form."
B. "The insulin could not be properly absorbed."
C. "The stomach acid would destroy the insulin."
D. "The action of insulin would be unpredictable."
Answer: C
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