169. A 13-year-old adolescent with new onset type 1 diabetes is struggling with peer acceptance due to insulin injections. What clinical nursing intervention is critical?
A.
Telling them to hide their diabetes.
B.
Encouraging open communication with friends, connecting with other adolescents with diabetes, and emphasizing self-advocacy.
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C.
Minimizing the impact of diabetes.
D.
Focusing only on diet.
📖 Additional Information
Telling them to hide their diabetes.
Encouraging open communication with friends, connecting with other adolescents with diabetes, and emphasizing self-advocacy.
