The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Cystic Fibrosis

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with cystic fibrosis (CF) who has blood glucose levels that are consistently 11-14 mmol/L. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse plan to implement?

• A)Discuss the role of diet in blood glucose control.
• B)Educate the client about administration of insulin.
• C)Give oral hypoglycemic medications before meals.
• D)Evaluate the client's home use of pancreatic enzymes.

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