A patient's laser photocoagulation procedure was delayed 2 weeks until the patient's blood glucose was consistently below 300 mg/dL. The surgery was performed today, and the nurse is providing discharge instructions. Which instruction should be provided regarding new glasses?
A) "We made an appointment for you to be fitted with new glasses tomorrow."
B) "As soon as your eye has healed, you should call for an appointment to be fitted for new glasses."
C) "Once your blood glucose is below 200 mg/dL, you should get new glasses."
D) "Wait until your blood glucose is at your optimal level for at least 6 to 9 weeks before you get new glasses."
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