Insulin therapy
Insulin therapy ( 51 Questions)
A client with type 2 diabetes has been on insulin therapy for several months. The client reports frequent episodes of hypoglycemia. Which action by the nurse is appropriate for monitoring and adjusting insulin therapy?
Increasing the insulin dose without healthcare provider guidance may lead to further hypoglycemia and potential harm.
Consuming more carbohydrates may provide temporary relief from hypoglycemia but does not address the underlying insulin dosing issue.
Frequent hypoglycemic episodes indicate the need for a possible adjustment in insulin therapy. The nurse should work with the healthcare provider to modify the insulin regimen to better match the client's needs.
Skipping meals can lead to unstable blood glucose levels and is not a recommended approach to managing insulin therapy.
Frequent hypoglycemic episodes indicate the need for a possible adjustment in insulin therapy. The nurse should work with the healthcare provider to modify the insulin regimen to better match the client's needs.
Incorrect choices:
a. Increasing the insulin dose without healthcare provider guidance may lead to further hypoglycemia and potential harm.
b. Consuming more carbohydrates may provide temporary relief from hypoglycemia but does not address the underlying insulin dosing issue.
d. Skipping meals can lead to unstable blood glucose levels and is not a recommended approach to managing insulin therapy.