A Client with a History of Diabetes Is Ready to Begin

question 10

Multiple Choice

A client with a history of diabetes is ready to begin an exercise session at a physical therapy clinic. The client's current blood glucose level is 65 mg/dL. What is the appropriate action by the client and the therapist in this situation?

• A) Cancel the appointment and return the next day in another attempt to exercise.
• B) Contact the referring physician immediately.
• C) Give the client a 10- to 15-g carbohydrate snack, and retest blood glucose level in 15 minutes.
• D) Begin the exercise session.

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