When Admitting a Patient Who Has Diabetes and Poorly Controlled

question 8

Multiple Choice

When admitting a patient who has diabetes and poorly controlled glucose levels,the nurse obtains the information shown in the accompanying figure about the patient's use of complementary and alternative therapies.Which information is most important to report to the health care provider?

• A) Takes zinc when cold symptoms occur
• B) Practices relaxation therapies frequently
• C) Takes multivitamin tablet every morning
• D) Uses glucosamine and ginkgo biloba daily

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