The nurse determines a need for additional instruction when the patient with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes says which of the following?

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Most patients with type 1 diabetes need to plan diet choices very carefully. Patients who are using intensified insulin therapy have considerable flexibility in diet choices but still should restrict dietary intake of items such as fat,protein,and alcohol. The other patient statements are correct and indicate good understanding of the diet instruction.

The Nurse Determines a Need for Additional Instruction When the Patient