A person with type 1 diabetes experiences hunger, lightheadedness, tachycardia, pallor, headache, and confusion. The most likely cause of these symptoms is:
A) hypoglycemia due to worsening beta cell function.
B) hypoglycemia caused by increased exercise.
C) the administration of insulin before bedtime and then eating a snack.
D) hyperglycemia caused by incorrect insulin administration.

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These symptoms are indicative of hypoglycemia, which can occur in type 1 diabetes patients due to increased exercise without adjusting insulin or carbohydrate intake.

A Person with Type 1 Diabetes Experiences Hunger, Lightheadedness, Tachycardia