An older diabetic patient reports a candidiasis infection.When asked,the patient states all blood sugars have been within the target range.What action by the nurse is best? A)Facilitate having a hemoglobin A_1C drawn. B)Teach the patient preventive measures. C)Teach the patient about the side effects of medications. D)Review the patient's medication history.

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It is important to evaluate the patient's long-term blood sugar control by obtaining a hemoglobin A_1C. This test provides an average of blood sugar control over the past 3 months. Candidiasis is often associated with elevated blood sugars over an extended period of time. The other options may also be appropriate interventions but obtaining a hemoglobin A_1C would be the priority action.

An Older Diabetic Patient Reports a Candidiasis Infection