A patient diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus is maintained on a nighttime dose of basal insulin with short-acting insulin prior to meals three times daily.The patient has had two consecutive glycated hemoglobin A1c (Hgb A1c)results that are less than 5%.Which question should a nurse ask when interpreting these results?
A)"Do you experience excessive fatigue during the daytime?"
B)"Have you noticed episodes of shakiness and profuse perspiration?"
C)"How often do you have to get up at night to void?"
D)"What time of day do you usually have your meals?"

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Episodes of shakiness and profuse perspiration are symptoms of hypoglycemia, which could be a concern for a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus who has Hgb A1c results less than 5%, indicating potentially frequent or severe low blood sugar levels.

A Patient Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Is Maintained