The nurse is assessing a client who presents with symptoms that are suspicious for type 2 diabetes. During the discussion of the past medical history, which past diagnosis should the nurse recognize as a potential risk factor?
A) Gestational diabetes 7 years ago
B) Hypertension
C) Yo-yo dieting with weight fluctuations
D) A great-grandparent with diabetes
A
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Some studies show that as many as 70% of women who develop gestational diabetes will develop type 2 diabetes within 10 years after delivery.
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