In Assessing the Knowledge of a Pregestational Woman with Type

question 29

Multiple Choice

In assessing the knowledge of a pregestational woman with type 1 diabetes about changing insulin needs during pregnancy,which information is accurate?

• A) Insulin dosage during the first 3 months of pregnancy needs to be increased.
• B) Insulin dosage will likely need to be decreased during the second and third trimesters.
• C) Episodes of hypoglycemia are more likely to occur during the last 3 months.
• D) Insulin needs should return to normal within 7 to 10 days after birth if bottle-feeding.

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