Susan has type 2 diabetes. According to Susan's latest medical report, her fasting blood glucose level was 95 mg/dl. After he reviewed the entire report, Susan's physician told her to do a better job of controlling her blood glucose level. Why would Susan's physician make such a recommendation to her?
A. Susan's fasting LDL cholesterol level was low.
B. Susan's blood glucose level was too high.
C. Susan's HbA1c was 8.2.
D. Susan's blood pressure was too low.
Answer: C
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