NCLEX-RN · Question #652
When discussing the relationship between exercise and insulin requirements, a 26-year-old client with IDDM should be instructed that:
The correct answer is B. When exercise is increased, insulin needs are decreased. (A) If the client's insulin is increased when activity level is increased, hypoglycemia may result. (B) Exercise decreased the blood sugar by promoting uptake of glucose by the muscles. Consequently, lessinsulin is needed to metabolize ingested carbohydrates. Extra food may be…
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When discussing the relationship between exercise and insulin requirements, a 26-year-old client with IDDM should be instructed that:
Options
- AWhen exercise is increased, insulin needs are increased
- BWhen exercise is increased, insulin needs are decreased
- CWhen exercise is increased, there is no change in insulin needs
- DWhen exercise is decreased, insulin needs are decreased
How the community answered
(48 responses)- A6% (3)
- B90% (43)
- C2% (1)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
(A) If the client's insulin is increased when activity level is increased, hypoglycemia may result. (B) Exercise decreased the blood sugar by promoting uptake of glucose by the muscles. Consequently, lessinsulin is needed to metabolize ingested carbohydrates. Extra food may be required for extra activity. (C) This statement directly contradicts the correct answer and is inaccurate. (D) When exercise is decreased, the client's insulin dose does not need to be altered unless the blood sugar becomes unstable.
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