The nurse is teaching a diabetic pregnant client about nutrition and insulin needs during pregnancy. The nurse determines that the client understands dietary and insulin needs if the client states that the second half of pregnancy may require:

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During the second half of pregnancy, insulin resistance typically increases due to placental hormones, which often necessitates an increase in insulin dosage to maintain blood glucose control.

The Nurse Is Teaching a Diabetic Pregnant Client About Nutrition