After completing a health interview the nurse is concerned that a patient is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus. What information did the nurse use to make this determination? (Select all that apply.)
a. BMI 33
b. Belongs to a book club
c. Mother has type 2 diabetes mellitus
d. Recently was downsized from employment
e. First cousin killed in an automobile crash
ANS: A, C, D, E
Heredity is responsible for up to 90% of cases of type 2 diabetes. Obesity is also a major contributing factor. Often the patient with a new diagnosis of type 2 diabetes is obese, relates a family history of diabetes, and has had a recent life stressor such as the death of a family member, illness, or loss of a job. B. Belonging to a book club would not increase this patient's risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus.
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