Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parents of a child who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.Which of the following statements by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: My son might complain of feeling shaky when he has a low blood glucose level. This statement indicates an understanding of hypoglycemia symptoms, as shakiness is a common sign of low blood sugar. The other choices are incorrect because A is not specific to hypoglycemia, C mentions symptoms of hyperglycemia, and D is also a symptom of hypoglycemia. By choosing option B, the parents demonstrate knowledge of a key symptom of low blood glucose levels.