The nurse is discussing diet planning with a client who takes insulin as treatment for type 2 diabetes mellitus. What should the nurse encourage this client to do?

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Daily insulin doses are calculated on the number of calories consumed per day, so snacks should be subtracted from the carbohydrates allowed for meals to maintain the same intake. Adding additional calories throughout the day may necessitate an insulin adjustment to maintain good glucose control. Skipping meals can result in an overabundance of insulin and result in a hypoglycemic episode. Calorie intake should be as consistent as possible to maintain optimized levels of blood sugar.

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