A Nurse Is Interviewing a Patient Who Was Diagnosed with Type

question 24

Multiple Choice

A nurse is interviewing a patient who was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus 6 months ago. Since that time, the patient has gained weight and her blood glucose levels remain high. The nurse suspects that the patient is noncompliant with her diet. Which response by the nurse enhances data collection in this situation?

• A) "Tell me about what foods you eat and the frequency of your meals."
• B) "What symptoms do you notice when your blood sugar levels are high?"
• C) "You need to follow what the doctor has prescribed to manage your disease."
• D) "Tell me what you know about the cause of type 2 diabetes."

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