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Which type of diabetes mellitus is characterized by autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells?
Which type of diabetes mellitus is characterized by autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta cells?
What is the recommended age to begin testing for diabetes in individuals without specific risk factors?
What is the recommended age to begin testing for diabetes in individuals without specific risk factors?
Which condition is not associated with insulin resistance as per the text?
Which condition is not associated with insulin resistance as per the text?
What is the fasting plasma glucose level indicative of impaired fasting glucose (IFG)?
What is the fasting plasma glucose level indicative of impaired fasting glucose (IFG)?
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In individuals without specific risk factors, how often should screening for diabetes be done if initial tests are normal?
In individuals without specific risk factors, how often should screening for diabetes be done if initial tests are normal?
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What type of cholesterol level is considered high in the context of diabetes mellitus?
What type of cholesterol level is considered high in the context of diabetes mellitus?
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What is the recommended timeframe for a repeat A1c test after the first positive test for asymptomatic patients?
What is the recommended timeframe for a repeat A1c test after the first positive test for asymptomatic patients?
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What is the main goal of long-term management for patients with T2DM?
What is the main goal of long-term management for patients with T2DM?
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What is advocated for all patients with T2DM regardless of their treatment mode?
What is advocated for all patients with T2DM regardless of their treatment mode?
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What is the recommended weight loss percentage over a 6-month period for obese and overweight patients to prevent T2DM?
What is the recommended weight loss percentage over a 6-month period for obese and overweight patients to prevent T2DM?
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What percentage of energy from fats is encouraged in a balanced diet for diabetes management?
What percentage of energy from fats is encouraged in a balanced diet for diabetes management?
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Which lifestyle modification improves CV fitness, weight control, sensitivity to insulin, and reduces the incidence of diabetes?
Which lifestyle modification improves CV fitness, weight control, sensitivity to insulin, and reduces the incidence of diabetes?
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What is the recommended goal for brisk walking in terms of duration and frequency per week?
What is the recommended goal for brisk walking in terms of duration and frequency per week?
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What is considered a major risk factor for insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and various diseases in the context of diabetes mellitus?
What is considered a major risk factor for insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and various diseases in the context of diabetes mellitus?
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What type of foods should be substituted at mealtime to reduce postprandial blood glucose?
What type of foods should be substituted at mealtime to reduce postprandial blood glucose?
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Which percentage reduction in body weight over a 6-month period is recommended for all overweight or obese patients who have or are at risk for diabetes?
Which percentage reduction in body weight over a 6-month period is recommended for all overweight or obese patients who have or are at risk for diabetes?
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