Which factor is known to increase the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus?
A) Previous birth of large infant
B) Maternal age younger than 25 years
C) Underweight prior to pregnancy
D) Previous diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus

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Prior birth of a large infant suggests gestational diabetes mellitus. A patient younger than 25 is not at risk for gestational diabetes mellitus. Obesity (>90 kg [198 lb]) creates a higher risk for gestational diabetes. The person with type 2 diabetes mellitus already is a diabetic and will continue to be so after pregnancy. Insulin may be required during pregnancy because oral hypoglycemia drugs are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Which Factor Is Known to Increase the Risk of Gestational