A long-time client has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The client has attended a diabetes self-management course and has been cleared by a physician to exercise. The client tests glucose levels before and after each workout.
The personal trainer should encourage the client to do which of the following?
A . Inject insulin into the muscle the client anticipates working as this will speed the reaction of glucose absorption into cells.
B . Limit fluid intake before, during, and after the workout to prevent hyponatremia.
C . Avoid exercise if blood glucose levels are less than 300 mg/dL and ketosis is present before exercise.
D . Exercise at the same time every day and ingest additional carbohydrates if glucose levels are less than 100 mg/d
Answer: C
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