The Patient with Insulin-Dependent Type 2 Diabetes and an HbA1c

question 4

Multiple Choice

The patient with insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes and an HbA1c of

• A) Insulin needs decrease in the first trimester and increase during the third trimester.
• B) The risk of ketoacidosis decreases during the length of the pregnancy.
• C) Vascular disease that accompanies diabetes slows progression.
• D) The baby is likely to have a congenital abnormality because of the diabetes.
• E)0% is planning to become pregnant soon. What anticipatory guidance should the nurse provide this patient?

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