
A client frustrated with self-monitoring his blood glucose levels tells the nurse he wants an insulin pump. The nurse's most helpful response would be
A) "Pumps don't monitor blood glucose levels. You will still need to do that yourself."
B) "The pump must be calibrated several times a day, but you will not need to monitor your blood glucose levels anymore."
C) "Pumps are still experimental, and there are many problems associated with them."
D) "If you are willing to make a commitment to good aseptic technique, you should like the pump."
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