A patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus is experiencing elevated blood glucose levels in the morning.Which action should be taken to determine the reason for this elevation?

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Checking blood glucose levels at 0200 hours (2am) is the best way to assess for the cause of morning hyperglycemia in a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus. This is because this is the time when insulin concentrations are at their nadir and the dawn phenomenon occurs, leading to increased glucose release from the liver. Checking urine for glucose level, restricting oral fluids after 1800 hours, and limiting carbohydrate intake to 45 grams with evening meal may all help manage blood glucose levels, but they do not provide information about the cause of morning hyperglycemia in this patient.

A Patient with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Is Experiencing Elevated