Which of these statements by a patient who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus requires immediate nursing intervention?

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The statement "I won't mix my cloudy regular insulin with other insulins" requires immediate nursing intervention because it indicates a misunderstanding. Regular insulin is clear, not cloudy. Cloudy insulins typically refer to intermediate or long-acting insulins, such as NPH, which can sometimes be mixed with short-acting insulins under specific instructions. This confusion could lead to improper insulin management.

Which of These Statements by a Patient Who Has a New