The Client Has Type 1 Diabetes and Receives Insulin

question 4

Multiple Choice

The client has type 1 diabetes and receives insulin.He asks the nurse why he can't just take pills instead.What is the best response by the nurse?

• A)"I know it is tough,but you will get used to the shots soon."
• B)"Have you talked to your doctor about taking pills instead?"
• C)"Insulin can't be in a pill because it is destroyed in stomach acid."
• D)"Insulin must be injected because it needs to work quickly."