Multiple Choice
A client who was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus 1 year ago is hospitalized in diabetic ketoacidosis after a religious fast.The client tells the nurse,"I have fasted during this season every year since I became an adult.I am not going to stop now." The nurse is not knowledgeable about this particular religion.Which nursing actions would be appropriate? Select all that apply.
A) Request a consult from a diabetes educator.
B) Tell the client that things are different now because of the diabetes.
C) Ask family members of the same religion to discuss fasting with the client.
D) Assess the meaning and context of fasting in the client's religion.
E) Encourage the client to seek medical care if signs of ketoacidosis occur in the future.
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