Which data set indicates that the pt with diabetes is achieving the goals of care to prevent the development of microalbuminuria and delay the progression to end-stage kidney disease?
a. A1C <7%, BP is 125/75 mm Hg, LDL cholesterol is 90 mg/dL
b. A1C >7%, BP is 140/80 mm Hg, LDL cholesterol is 200 mg/dL
c. A1C <7%, BP is 130/80 mm Hg,with proteinuria 2.0 g/24hours
d. A1C >7%, BP is 120/70 mm Hg, LDL cholesterol is 300 mg/dL
Answer: a. A1C <7%, BP is 125/75 mm Hg, LDL cholesterol is 90 mg/dL
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