In Assessing the Knowledge of a Pregestational Woman with Type

Multiple Choice

In assessing the knowledge of a pregestational woman with type 1 diabetes concerning changing insulin needs during pregnancy,the nurse recognizes that further teaching is warranted when the client states:

A) "I will need to increase my insulin dosage during the first 3 months of pregnancy."
B) "Insulin dosage will likely need to be increased during the second and third trimesters."
C) "Episodes of hypoglycemia are more likely to occur during the first 3 months."
D) "Insulin needs should return to normal within 7 to 10 days after birth if I am bottle feeding."