The elderly population has a high incidence of hyperglycemia. Compared with younger adults, what makes the elderly more vulnerable to this disorder?
A) Glucose intolerance
B) Improved diagnostic tests
C) Diabetes prevalence
D) Obesity prevalence
A
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The physiologic deterioration of glucose tolerance with age increases the risk of hyperglycemia for the elderly. The other choices increase the risk for the population as a whole, including young people.
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