Question

A 48-year-old with BMI 33 kg/m² and BP 128/78 presents for preventive care. No diabetes symptoms. What screening is indicated?

Accepted Answer

Screen now for prediabetes/type 2 diabetes

Answer

No screening until age 50

Answer

Screen only if BP ≥140/90

Answer

Order HbA1c only if LDL ≥190 mg/dL

Answer

Screen only if strong family history

Practice question

A 48-year-old with BMI 33 kg/m² and BP 128/78 presents for preventive care. No diabetes symptoms. What screening is indicated?