A 12-year-old has been selected to be a cheerleader for her middle school. This child has been recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. In teaching this child's mother about care for her child, the nurse wants the mother to understand that with increased physical activity, the child will need:
A)Decreased food intake.
B)Increased doses of insulin.
C)Increased food intake.
D)Decreased doses of insulin.

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With increased physical activity, the child's body will require more glucose for energy, which can lead to hypoglycemia if not properly managed. Therefore, the child will need to increase her food intake to ensure that her blood sugar levels remain stable. This does not necessarily mean that the child will need increased doses of insulin. The insulin regimen should be individualized based on the child's blood sugar levels and carbohydrate intake.

A 12-Year-Old Has Been Selected to Be a Cheerleader for Her