The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Newly Diagnosed

The nurse is caring for a client with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus who asks the nurse what "type 2" means in relation to diabetes. Which of the following statements by the nurse about type 2 diabetes is correct?

A) Insulin is not used to control blood glucose in clients with type 2 diabetes.
B) Complications of type 2 diabetes are less serious than those of type 1 diabetes.
C) Type 2 diabetes is usually diagnosed when the client is admitted with a hyperglycemic coma.
D) Changes in diet and exercise may be sufficient to control blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes.

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