A nurse is providing teaching to a 14-year-old adolescent who has a new diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the adolescent indicates an understanding of the teaching?

"I will increase my food intake before I exercise."

"As long as I take my insulin, I can eat whatever I want."

"As I get older, my sugar levels will automatically decrease."

"The blood pressure medicine I'm taking will help to keep my insulin level low."