A client with type 1 diabetes mellitus checks her fasting morning glucose level on her whole-blood glucose meter (fingerstick method), and the result of 253 mgldL (14 mmol/L). A urine test is positive for ketones before her exercise session. What action should you take?

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With a fasting morning glucose level of 253 mg/dL (14 mmol/L) and positive ketones in the urine, it is not safe for the client to exercise. Exercise can further increase glucose levels and exacerbate ketosis. The physician should be notified of these findings to determine the appropriate course of action.

A Client with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Checks Her Fasting