Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
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A client with diabetes experiences Somogyi's effect. To prevent this complication, the nurse should instruct the client to:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Somogyi's effect involves rebound hyperglycemia due to nighttime hypoglycemia. A bedtime snack with protein and carbohydrates prevents hypoglycemia. Options A, B, and C do not directly address this issue.