Question

A 60-year-old with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes and no major comorbidities asks about glycemic targets. Which A1c goal is generally appropriate?

Accepted Answer

<7.0% for many nonpregnant adults.

Answer

<6.0% for all.

Answer

<8.5% for all.

Answer

<9.0% until complications develop.

Answer

No A1c target is recommended.

Practice question

A 60-year-old with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes and no major comorbidities asks about glycemic targets. Which A1c goal is generally appropriate?