A client newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus has a nursing diagnosis of Knowledge deficit: diabetes,medical regimen,diet,exercise,and self-care management skills.Which nursing goal is appropriate for this client?
A)to maintain current weight
B)to maintain vital signs within normal limits
C)to use the food pyramid for meal planning
D)to relate the importance of an exercise program

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The goals of exercise and nutrition therapy are to maintain as near-normal a blood glucose level as possible,achieve optimal serum lipid levels,provide adequate calories to maintain or attain a reasonable weight,to prevent complications of diabetes,and to improve overall health.Oral hypoglycemic agents are used to treat persons with type 2 diabetes that is not controlled with diet and exercise.These agents are meant to supplement diet and exercise,not replace them.

A Client Newly Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Has