In planning teaching and ongoing care for a new diabetic client, the clinic nurse should base the plan around concepts such as (Select all that apply)

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Diabetes self-management is the responsibility of the client and family. The client must become empowered to accept self-management and to make sound decisions regarding care. A team approach is best for managing diabetic clients and should include a nurse, dietitian, and physician as core members. Other members may include a psychologist, social worker, pharmacist, exercise physiologist, and podiatrist.

In Planning Teaching and Ongoing Care for a New Diabetic