NR228 Nursing Application, Nutrition and Diabetes Questions and Correct Answers.

The nurse is caring for a client with a new diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes. The client asks the nurse what the blood sugar levels should be after eating. Select all that apply. - Answer Before meals: 70 to 130 mg/dL Two hours after meals: less than 180 mg/dL (expect a 30- to 50-point rise from premeal glucose) Bedtime: 90 to 150 mg/dL A client with a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes is questioning the importance of nutrition in the management of the disease. Select the appropriate responses from the nurse. Select all that apply. - Answer Practice good nutrition.... Adequate nutrition... Proper nutrition... The nurse is caring for a client who is using insulin to control type 2 diabetes. What is the recommended frequency of blood glucose monitoring for this client? - Answer At least twice a day When caring a client, one would expect - Answer less than 180 A client researches different diets that can help control diabetes and prevent complications. The client asks the nurse what the Mediterranean and vegan diets include for nutrients. What is the appropriate response? - Answer plant sources After speaking with the nurse about the Mediterranean and vegan diet, the client questions the nurse whether their change in diet would be beneficial. What would be the appropriate response about the positive effects of the diets? Select all that apply. - Answer lower cardiovascular lower weight reduce weight The nurse should instruct the client to consume - Answer carbohydrates A nurse is providing instruction to a client regarding dietary changes to reduce the risk of cardiac complications. What would the nurse include in teaching? Select all that apply. - Answer select low fat