Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
The nurse is conducting a health screening at a local health fair. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as a risk factor for developing type II diabetes mellitus?
Correct answer
A, B, C, E
Rationale
Gestational diabetes, metabolic syndrome, chronic steroids, and obesity increase type 2 diabetes risk via insulin resistance. Gastric bypass often improves glucose control.