The Nurse Is Discussing Glucose Control with a Client Who

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is discussing glucose control with a client who reports consistently elevated capillary blood glucose levels.The client appears unconcerned and says,"I don't see why this is a problem.I feel fine." Which is the nurse's BEST response to this client?

• A)"That's good.I'm glad that nothing has happened to you yet."
• B)"Most people with diabetes never develop complications."
• C)"I know you say you that you feel fine but you don't know just how sick you are."
• D)"While you may feel good right now,complications usually appear after many years of poor glucose control."

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