A female patient reports being genetically predisposed to type 2 diabetes. What is the most important information that the nurse should provide?
A. The need to begin monitoring daily blood glucose levels
B. The need to address active health problems and not those that have yet to manifest
C. The importance of maintaining a healthy weight and activity level
D. The need to avoid carbohydrate intake
Answer: C
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