Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
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The physician has ordered that a daily exercise program be instituted by a client with type I diabetes following his discharge from the hospital. Discharge instructions about exercise should include which of the following?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Exercise lowers blood sugar, so a snack may be needed to maintain appropriate glucose levels. The other options are incorrect as they increase the risk of hypoglycemia or are factually inaccurate.