The nurse is caring for a client with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes who has received diet instruction. Which of the following client statements indicate a need for additional instruction?

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Most clients with type 1 diabetes need to plan diet choices very carefully. Clients who are using intensified insulin therapy have considerable flexibility in diet choices but still should restrict dietary intake of items such as fat, protein, and alcohol. The other client statements are correct and indicate good understanding of the diet instruction.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Newly Diagnosed