8 Questions
What is the best approach for monitoring carbohydrate intake?
the approach that best helps the individual control blood glucose levels
How many carbohydrate choices are provided in a serving of food that supplies 19 g of carbohydrate?
1
To determine the amount of carbohydrate in a serving of food, you must:
use only the grams of total carbohydrate
What is the priority for preventing diabetes in people who are at high risk?
Achieve moderate weight loss through increased activity and lowered calorie intake.
Which types of food provide carbohydrates? (Select all that apply)
Fruit
Which statement best indicates an understanding of carbohydrate intake for someone with diabetes?
It is important to consume the correct amount of carbohydrate at each meal and snack.
How should a person with type 1 diabetes approach drinking wine with dinner on weekends?
An occasional glass of wine with dinner will not cause problems. Be sure to limit yourself to one serving.
Which food is suggested for treating mild hypoglycemia in someone taking insulin?
Life Savers
Study Notes
Understanding Nutrition Recommendations
- The client should consume the correct amount of carbohydrate at each meal and snack.
Diabetes and Alcohol Consumption
- An occasional glass of wine with dinner will not cause problems, but the client should limit themselves to one serving.
Treating Mild Hypoglycemia
- The nurse should suggest the client carry Life Savers to treat mild hypoglycemia.
Monitoring Carbohydrate Intake
- The best approach to monitoring carbohydrate intake is the one that helps the individual control blood glucose levels.
Carbohydrate Choices
- A serving of food that supplies 19g of carbohydrate provides 1 carbohydrate choice.
Label Reading
- To determine the amount of carbohydrate in a serving, you must use the grams of total carbohydrate.
Preventing Diabetes
- The priority for preventing diabetes in people at high risk is to achieve moderate weight loss through increased activity and lowered calorie intake.
Sources of Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates are provided by vegetables, fruit, milk, and other foods.
This quiz focuses on diabetes care and nutrition, covering topics such as carbohydrate intake, alcohol consumption, and treating mild hypoglycemia. Test your knowledge on diabetes management and nutrition recommendations.
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