Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching an older adult client who has diabetes mellitus about preventing the long-term complications of retinopathy and nephropathy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Stable blood glucose levels prevent vascular damage in retinopathy and nephropathy. Compression stockings, foot exams, and annual eye exams are secondary or insufficient.