“Should a child take insulin for type 1 diabetes?”

As asked, when diabetes in a child is documented, then insulin daily is required to Replace the natural occurring insulin. After confirmation of the diagnosis of type 1 Diabetes, it would be advisable to be referred to a pediatric specialist like an Endocrinologist to advise on initial and ongoing treatment as well as maintaining Contact with a pediatric dietician since an ongoing regular diet will change after The diagnosis has been confirmed.

yes if that is what the endocrinologist has prescribed!