NCLEX-RN · Question #73
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…
The correct answer is B. A snack may be needed before and/or during exercise. (A) Exercise should not be performed before meals because the blood sugar is usually lower just prior to eating; therefore, there is an increased risk for hypoglycemia. (B) Exercise lowers blood sugar levels; therefore, a snack may be needed to maintain the appropriate glucose…
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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?
Options
- AExercise should be performed 30 minutes before meals.
- BA snack may be needed before and/or during exercise.
- CHyperglycemia may occur 2? hours after exercise.
- DThe blood glucose level should be 100 mg or below before exercise is begun.
How the community answered
(28 responses)- A4% (1)
- B71% (20)
- C7% (2)
- D18% (5)
Explanation
(A) Exercise should not be performed before meals because the blood sugar is usually lower just prior to eating; therefore, there is an increased risk for hypoglycemia. (B) Exercise lowers blood sugar levels; therefore, a snack may be needed to maintain the appropriate glucose level. (C) Exercise lowers blood sugar levels. (D) Exercise lowers blood sugar levels. If the blood glucose level is 100 mg or below at the start of exercise, the potential for hypoglycemia is greater.
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