As a Pediatric Nurse, What Advice Would You Give to the Parent

As a pediatric nurse, what advice would you give to the parent of a diabetic child who experienced a transient uptick in the hemoglobin A_1c level?

A) The child needs to minimize intake of carbohydrates.
B) The child may need to be switched from oral medication to insulin injections.
C) This uptick may indicate stress or a growth spurt.
D) The uptick may indicate a need to test blood sugar more often throughout the day.