Reference no: EM132470684

Based on the elevated screening test, Y. L. was scheduled for a 100-g glucose load. Explain how you will inform and educate your patient about this testing and the rationale for the advanced test.

The lab results are as follows:

Time of Test

Patient Value

Normal Value

Fasting

101 mg/dl

<95 mg/dl

1 hour

193 mg/dl

<180 mg/dl

2 hour

132 mg/dl

<155 mg/dl

3 hour

111 mg/dl

<140 mg/dl

Y.L. had an elevated fasting and 1-hour test and was diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). What is GDM? How will you explain this diagnosis to the patient?

List 5 evidence-based risk factors for GDM. Indicate the risk factors that the patient in the case study has in your information.