The nurse suspects that a client should be evaluated for diabetes mellitus. What risk factors did the nurse assess to make this clinical determination? (Select all that apply.)
1. Has a body mass index of 40
2. Triglyceride level 325 mg/dL
3. Mother has type 2 diabetes mellitus
4. Serum potassium level is 4.2 mEq/L
5. Has a blood pressure of 156/88 mm Hg
Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
1. Routine screen for diabetes mellitus should be conducted for anyone that is obese.
2. Routine screen for diabetes mellitus should be conducted for anyone that has a triglyceride level greater than 250 mg/dL.
3. Routine screen for diabetes mellitus should be conducted for anyone that has a first-degree relative with diabetes.
4. Serum potassium level is not used to predict the development of diabetes mellitus.
5. Routine screen for diabetes mellitus should be conducted for anyone that has a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg or greater.
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