Case Study: Common Disorders of the Red Blood Cells

Susan is a 26-year-old G1P0 at 6 weeks of gestation with type 2 diabetes. Her BMI is 32. Her hemoglobin A1C is 9. She uses glyburide 10 mg PO daily. The physician has switched her to insulin at this time.

1. Question 1

What is the nursing priority at this time?

2. Question 2

What should Susan be taught about insulin needs during pregnancy?

3. Question 3

What additional risk factor does Susan have?

4. Question 4

How should Susan be counseled regarding weight gain in pregnancy?

5. Question 5

What advice can be given to Susan regarding exercise?


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