The nurse is teaching a review class to nurses about diabetes mellitus. Which statement by the nurse is correct?
a. "Patients with type 2 diabetes will never need insulin."
b. "Oral antidiabetic drugs are safe for use during pregnancy."
c. "Pediatric patients cannot take insulin."
d. "Insulin therapy is possible during pregnancy if managed carefully."
ANS: D
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