A Patient with Type 1 Diabetes Has Been Using Self-Capillary

question 34

Multiple Choice

A patient with type 1 diabetes has been using self-capillary blood glucose monitoring (CBGM) as part of his diabetes management.During evaluation of his technique of CBGM,the nurse identifies a need for additional teaching when the patient does which of the following actions?

• A) Chooses a puncture site in the centre of the finger pad
• B) Washes his hands with soap and water to cleanse the puncture site
• C) Tells the nurse that the result of 130 mg indicates good control of his diabetes
• D) Hangs his arm down before a second puncture site attempt for an adequate drop of blood

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Definitions:

Antibody-mediated Response

The antibody-mediated response is an immune response where B cells produce specific antibodies targeting and neutralizing pathogens, a key aspect of the body's adaptive immunity.

The Antigen

A substance that, when introduced into the body, triggers an immune response by prompting the production of antibodies.

B-cell

A type of white blood cell crucial to the immune system, responsible for producing antibodies.

Macrophage

Any large, mononuclear phagocytic cell.