A client is newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which diagnostic test will best evalu-ate the management plan prescribed for this client?
a. A yearly funduscopic examination by an ophthalmologist
b. Regular foot examinations by a podiatrist
c. Quarterly hemoglobin A1C
d. Biannual cholesterol testing
ANS: C
Quarterly or biannual hemoglobin A1C (Hb A1C) is designed to provide information regarding the averaged glucose levels for a 3-month period of time. The periodic measurement of a glycated hemoglobin test (Hb A1C) is the best measure of ongoing glycemic control. Eye examinations are important, but proper blood sugar control will help prevent the damaging effects of diabetes to the eyes. Proper foot care is important, but good blood sugar control will help prevent the dam-aging effects of diabetes on the feet. Biannual cholesterol testing is not relevant to the evaluation of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
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