In Terms of the Incidence and Classification of Diabetes, Maternity

question 4

Multiple Choice

In terms of the incidence and classification of diabetes, maternity nurses should know that:

• A) Type 1 diabetes is most common.
• B) Type 2 diabetes often goes undiagnosed.
• C) Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) means that the woman will be receiving insulin treatment until 6 weeks after birth.
• D) Type 1 diabetes may become type 2 during pregnancy.

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