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A client with newly diagnosed Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus is learning about insulin administration. What instruction is most crucial for preventing lipohypertrophy?

A Always inject insulin into the abdomen.
B Warm the insulin vial to body temperature before injection.
C Rotate injection sites within the same general area.
D Aspirate for blood return before injecting insulin.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Rotating injection sites prevents tissue damage like lipohypertrophy and lipoatrophy, ensuring consistent insulin absorption. Injecting into the same spot repeatedly can lead to scar tissue and impaired absorption.

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