Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
A new mother who is breastfeeding her 4-week-old infant and has type 1 diabetes, reports that her insulin needs have decreased since the birth of her child. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Breastfeeding can lower insulin requirements due to increased energy expenditure, and informing the client of this normal change is appropriate.