A patient has type 2 diabetes.The family reports the patient has become very forgetful.What response by the nurse is best?
A)"We should assess her for Alzheimer disease."
B)"Forgetfulness is a common sign in diabetes."
C)"Have her blood sugars been under good control?"
D)"Does she recognize you and know your names?"

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Many diabetics report depression and memory problems,so the nurse explains this fact.Forgetfulness does not necessarily indicate dementia.Asking about blood glucose is appropriate,but not related.Not recognizing family is not the same as forgetfulness.

A Patient Has Type 2 Diabetes