Question

He client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus eats a lot of pasta products, such as macaroni and spaghetti. the client is 40 pounds (18 kg) overweight. the client asks the nurse if pasta can be included in the diabetic diet. what is the best response by the nurse? "carbohydrates like pasta should account for 45% to 65% of daily calories." "high fiber pasta can be included in your diet." "it is good you are worried about eating pasta because pasta causes hyperglycemia." "because you are overweight, it is better to eliminate pasta from your diet."

Answer 1

Carbohydrates like pasta should account for 45% to 65% of daily calories.

Step-by-step explanation:

The best response by the nurse would be: "Carbohydrates like pasta should account for 45% to 65% of daily calories." This response provides accurate information about the recommended percentage of daily calories that should come from carbohydrates. It emphasizes that carbohydrates can be included in the diabetic diet but should be consumed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

Answer 2

The best response would be to say "high fiber pasta can be included in your diet." While it's true that pasta could cause hyperglycemia as it can cause blood sugar to rise, phrasing it like that may worry the patient, as with the last choice which just sounds rude and unethical. In turn, fiber has complex carbohydrates that help control sugar so it would be okay for people with type 2 diabetes.