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Prior to discharge,a patient with diabetes needs to learn how to check a fingerstick blood sugar before taking insulin.Which action will best help the patient remember proper technique?
A) Encouraging the patient to check his blood sugar each time the nurse gives insulin
B) Providing
C) Verbally instructing the patient about how to obtain a fingerstick blood sugar
D) Offering a brochure that describes the technique for checking blood sugar
Fingerstick Blood Sugar
A quick method to test the glucose level in the blood using a drop obtained from pricking the fingertip.
Proper Technique
The correct or most effective method of performing a task or action, especially one that assures safety and efficiency.
Insulin
A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose into cells for energy.
- Execute and evaluate distinct pedagogical techniques fitting for various conditions.
- Employ assessment instruments proficiently in evaluating educational results.
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Learning Objectives
- Execute and evaluate distinct pedagogical techniques fitting for various conditions.
- Employ assessment instruments proficiently in evaluating educational results.
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