A nurse is reinforcing diet teaching to a client who has type 2 DM. Which of

the following should the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.

A. Carbs should comprise 55% of daily caloric intake

B. Use hydrogenated oils for cooking

C. Table sugar may be added to cereals

D. Drink an alcoholic beverage w/meals

E. Protein foods can be substituted for carb foods

(Ans- A, C, D

A nurse is reviewing dietary guidelines to include in the plan of care for a

client who has type 2 DM. Which of the following guidelines should the

nurse include? Select all that apply.

A. Weight management

B. Lipid profile

C. Cultural needs

D. Sleep patterns

E. Personal preferences

(Ans- A, B, C, E

To avoid hypoglycemia, the client should consume alcohol...

(Ans- with a meal or immediately after a meal

_______________can be included in a diabetic diet as long as adequate

insulin or other agents are provided to cover the sugar intake.

(Ans- Sucrose (table sugar)