A patient who has diabetic nephropathy asks the nurse, "Why am I using smaller doses of insulin than I used to?" What would be the best explanation by the nurse?
A) "Your kidneys are no longer breaking down the insulin as much as before."
B) "Insulin is now more potent than it used to be."
C) "You have probably decreased the amount of food you are eating."
D) "It would be best if you spoke with your physician about this."
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