When the 65-year-old patient who is a type 1 diabetic informs the home health nurse that he now exercises for 1 hour a day at a club, the nurse cautions him to be sure to
a. drink plenty of fluids.
b. wear clothing that allows ventilation.
c. take hard candy to the gym when he exercises.
d. give himself less insulin than is prescribed.
ANS: C
Exercise lowers the blood sugar level. A type 1 diabetic could become hypoglycemic and need a ready source of glucose, such as in hard candy.
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