An 86-year-old diabetic patient who requires daily insulin injections lives with his daughter and her husband.To assess instrumental functioning,what would the nurse ask?

A) "Mr.Casey,how do you think your daughter feels about your refusing to take your insulin?"
B) "What do you feel has aggravated your difficulty in controlling the diabetes?"
C) "Mr.Casey,who is responsible for administering your insulin injections?"
D) "How will you deal with hypoglycemic reactions?"

Instrumental Functioning

Instrumental functioning refers to the skills and activities required for daily living, often used to assess individuals’ capacity for self-care and independence.

Insulin Injections

A treatment method involving the administration of insulin via injections to manage and control blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes.

Hypoglycemic Reactions

Adverse responses caused by a significant drop in blood sugar levels, which can include symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, and confusion.