The LPN/LVN is providing teaching for a patient with type 2 diabetes. Which statement indicates an understanding by the patient?

C. Monitoring blood sugar levels regularly, as recommended by the doctor, is crucial for managing type 2 diabetes effectively. It helps patients track their glucose levels, identify patterns, and make informed decisions about medication, diet, and lifestyle choices to maintain optimal blood sugar control.
A. Drinking orange juice to treat high blood sugar is not recommended because it can cause a rapid increase in blood sugar levels due to its high sugar content. Instead, patients should focus on consuming foods or beverages with lower glycemic index values and more stable glucose responses.
B. Regular physical activity is an essential component of diabetes management as it helps improve insulin sensitivity, lower blood sugar levels, control weight, and reduce the risk of complications. Patients with diabetes are encouraged to engage in regular exercise as part of their overall treatment plan.
D. Eating a diet high in carbohydrates can lead to spikes in blood sugar levels, which can be detrimental for individuals with type 2 diabetes. Instead, patients are encouraged to follow a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-rich foods, with a focus on whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables, while moderating carbohydrate intake.

A. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterized by inflammation and hyperresponsiveness of the airways. This inflammation leads to bronchoconstriction, causing symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. This description accurately captures the primary pathological features of asthma.
B. Fluid in the lungs, also known as pulmonary edema, is not a characteristic of asthma. Pulmonary edema is usually associated with conditions such as heart failure or acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), not asthma.
C. Airway stretching and nonfunctionality are not characteristics of asthma. Conditions like bronchiectasis involve permanent dilation and damage to the airways, leading to chronic infections and impaired clearance of mucus, but this is different from asthma.
D. Asthma is not primarily caused by an infection, although infections can trigger asthma exacerbations. The primary issue in asthma is chronic inflammation and hyperresponsiveness of the airways, which are not caused by a low-grade infection but by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.