A patient with type 1 diabetes is taught to exercise safely. Which statement shows correct understanding?
Correct answer: B. I will carry a fast source of glucose during exercise
- A. I should exercise even when urine ketones are positive
- B. I will carry a fast source of glucose during exercise
- C. I can skip glucose monitoring on exercise days
- D. I should inject insulin into the exercising muscle before activity
Explanation
Exercise can lower blood glucose, so a patient with insulin-treated diabetes should carry a rapid source of glucose and monitor glucose as instructed. Exercise should be postponed when significant ketones are present, and insulin should not be injected into an actively exercising area because absorption may become unpredictable.
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Covers diabetes mellitus, insulin therapy, hypoglycaemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar states and common thyroid, adrenal and pituitary disorders. It includes blood glucose monitoring, diet, foot care, sick-day management and the clinical differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and between diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state.
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