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What is the best approach for monitoring carbohydrate intake?
What is the best approach for monitoring carbohydrate intake?
- the plate method
- carbohydrate counting
- the approach that best helps the individual control blood glucose levels (correct)
- the food list system
How many carbohydrate choices are provided in a serving of food that supplies 19 g of carbohydrate?
How many carbohydrate choices are provided in a serving of food that supplies 19 g of carbohydrate?
- 2
- 1 (correct)
- 4
- 3
To determine the amount of carbohydrate in a serving of food, you must:
To determine the amount of carbohydrate in a serving of food, you must:
- use only the grams of total carbohydrate (correct)
- use only the grams of added sugars
- add the grams of total carbohydrate and grams of added sugars together
- add the grams of total carbohydrate, grams of added sugars, and grams of dietary fiber together
What is the priority for preventing diabetes in people who are at high risk?
What is the priority for preventing diabetes in people who are at high risk?
Which types of food provide carbohydrates? (Select all that apply)
Which types of food provide carbohydrates? (Select all that apply)
Which statement best indicates an understanding of carbohydrate intake for someone with diabetes?
Which statement best indicates an understanding of carbohydrate intake for someone with diabetes?
How should a person with type 1 diabetes approach drinking wine with dinner on weekends?
How should a person with type 1 diabetes approach drinking wine with dinner on weekends?
Which food is suggested for treating mild hypoglycemia in someone taking insulin?
Which food is suggested for treating mild hypoglycemia in someone taking insulin?
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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.
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