An Older Patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Has a Capillary

question 15

Multiple Choice

An older patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus has a capillary blood glucose level of 44 mg/dL. What is the nurse's priority action? What should the patient ingest to provide an immediate source of carbohydrate?

• A) Provide four ounces of orange juice to the patient.
• B) Glucose level is normal so no action is required.
• C) Ask the patient when they last ate a meal.
• D) Offer three to five pieces of sugar-free candy

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