Which comment by a 12-year-old child with type 1 diabetes indicates deficient knowledge?
A) "I rotate my insulin injection sites every time I give myself an injection."
B) "I keep records of my glucose levels and insulin sites and amounts."
C) "I'll be glad when I can take a pill for my diabetes like my uncle does."
D) "I keep Lifesavers in my school bag in case I have a low-sugar reaction."

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Children with type 1 diabetes will require life-long insulin therapy.Rotating sites may help with variable insulin absorption.Rotating spots within the same major site is important.Keeping records of serum glucose and insulin sites and amounts is appropriate.Prompt treatment of hypoglycemia reduces the possibility of a severe reaction.Keeping hard candy on hand is an appropriate action.

Which Comment by a 12-Year-Old Child with Type 1 Diabetes