An 81-year-old female client was admitted 2 days ago with complications of a urinary tract infection.
The nurse recognized symptoms of hypoglycemia this morning, treated the client effectively, and received orders from the primary health care provider.
The client is at risk of future hypoglycemia episodes, and the nurse reinforces teaching to ensure client safety.
Which client statements indicate correct understanding of teaching for nondiabetic hypoglycemia? Select all that apply.
A. "Apples, spinach, and oat bran bread are complex carbohydrates
B. "I will carry hard candies in my purse in case my sugar drops while out of the house."
C. "I will wear properly fitted shoes and inspect my feet daily."
D. "Teaching my family signs of low blood sugar will help us identify them early."
E. "My condition was caused by an allergy to trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole."
F. "I will meet with a physical therapist twice weekly to decrease my fall risk."
G. "Drinking alcohol may increase my risk of hypoglycemia."
H. "When my blood sugar levels begin to drop, I drink a glass of milk."