The nurse is reviewing the medical records of pediatric clients. Which of the following children is at greatest risk for diabetes mellitus (type 2)? a. An African American who has a body mass index (BMI) in the 75th percentile and a grandmother who has diabetes mellitus (type 2). b. A Caucasian who has a weight greater than 90% of ideal weight for height and whose mother had gestational diabetes mellitus. c. A Hispanic American who has a weight in the 90th percentile for height and a sister who was recently diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (type 1). d. A Native American who has a BMI in the 75th percentile and an aunt who has diabetes mellitus(type 2).
[Verified Answer]: The nurse is reviewing the medical records…
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