Question

The nurse is counseling a young athlete with type 1 diabetes. The nurse knows that the athlete understands the instructions when he verbalizes:

a. "If my blood sugar is below 100 before practice, I should consume some carbohydrate before beginning."
b. "I should drink plenty of Gatorade during practice."
c. "I don't need to check my blood sugar during practice."
d. "I should not eat during practice."

Answer 1

The athlete understands the instructions when he verbalizes the importance of consuming carbohydrates if blood sugar is below 100 before practice, drinking plenty of Gatorade to maintain hydration, checking blood sugar levels during practice, and eating if necessary to maintain blood sugar levels.

Step-by-step explanation:

The athlete understands the instructions when he verbalizes: If my blood sugar is below 100 before practice, I should consume some carbohydrate before beginning. This is important because low blood sugar can be dangerous during physical activity. The athlete should also drink plenty of Gatorade to replenish electrolytes and maintain hydration during practice. It is also important for the athlete to check blood sugar levels during practice to ensure they are within a safe range. Lastly, the athlete should eat if necessary to maintain blood sugar levels during practice.