The client has type 1 diabetes and receives insulin.He asks the nurse why he can't just take pills instead.What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "I know it is tough,but you will get used to the shots soon."
B) "Have you talked to your doctor about taking pills instead?"
C) "Insulin can't be in a pill because it is destroyed in stomach acid."
D) "Insulin must be injected because it needs to work quickly."
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