M. G. is a 62-year-old man with diabetes, diagnosed 3 years ago, who presents to

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M. G. is a 62-year-old man with diabetes, diagnosed 3 years ago, who presents to the outpatient diabetes clinic for a routine preventive checkup. Subjective Data Complains of occasional dizziness when rising in the morning Follows 1,600-calorie diabetic diet Married with two grown children Retired construction worker Goes to the gym 3 times a week Objective Data Vital signs: T 37 P 118 R 18 BP 120/68 Glucose reading: 96 Weight: 165 HT: 5 feet. 8 inches Directions: Please read the case study and answer the following questions. Make sure to copy the case study scenario and question into a word document, answer the questions in complete sentences, and upload it to Canvas.

3. What other prevention levels should be included in this patient’s care?

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Assess patient's diet and glucose reading throughout the day.

Encourage snack at bedtime to prevent dizziness.

Report symptoms to provider.

Teach signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and actions to control hypoglycemic episodes.

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