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Which test measures the average blood glucose concentration over the previous 1-3 months?
HbA1c test
What is the fasting plasma glucose level indicative of diabetes?
126 mg/dl
What fasting plasma glucose level indicates an increased risk for diabetes?
100 mg/dl
What is the best means of assessing risk and monitoring a patient's glucose levels?
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What should be given to an awake patient experiencing hypoglycemia?
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Which medical management increases the risk of hypoglycemia by at least 3-fold?
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What are some signs/symptoms of hypoglycemia as mentioned in the text?
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What is the correlation between HbA1c and blood glucose levels?
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What does an eAG of 140 mg/dl correspond to in terms of HbA1c?
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At what HbA1c level is there a risk for in-office hypoglycemia?
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