Question

The nurse is discussing diabetes mellitus with the family members of a client recently diagnosed. in order to promote the health of the family members, what would be the most important information for the nurse to include?

Answer 1

Risk factors and prevention of diabetes mellitus

Explanation:

It is to enable clients to prevent illness is one of an important nursing function. The nurse should most appropriately educate the family about the risk factors and prevention of diabetes mellitus. Knowledge of the medications used to treat diabetes is not necessary at this time and does not help meet the family's needs. The severity of the client's disease does not have an impact on the family's health. Knowledge of the cellular metabolism of glucose is not necessary for the family's health.