A nurse is preparing care for a newly admitted client with diabetes. Which information would be critical for the nurse to assess? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

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It is critical for a nurse to assess the client's medical history, current lab results, medication allergies, and use of dietary supplements as they can greatly affect the management and treatment of diabetes. The number of previous hospitalizations may also be important, but it is not as critical as the first four options.

A Nurse Is Preparing Care for a Newly Admitted Client