A 61-Year-Old Obese Patient Is Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes

question 14

Multiple Choice

A 61-year-old obese patient is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.The patient states that he is upset about the diet restrictions imposed by the treatment regimen.What is the nurse's best approach?

• A) Tell the patient that he must do what the doctor tells him.
• B) Offer counseling on nutrition and exercise.
• C) Tell the patient about what happened to other patients who did not change their lifestyle.
• D) Explain that he needs to accept the care provider's advice without question if he wants to get better.

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