Which of the following is an appropriate long-term goal to measure diabetes control for a patient in whom diabetes has been newly diagnosed?
A) Patient will inject insulin twice daily.
B) Patient will keep appointments with physician over the next 6 months.
C) Patient's A1c will be 5% at 1 year postdiagnosis.
D) Patient's recorded blood glucose will be between 60 and 120 mg/dL each day.

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A1c is the most appropriate measure of long-term diabetes control, and a goal of 5% is a realistic and achievable target for a patient with newly diagnosed diabetes. Options A and D measure short-term control, while option B does not directly relate to diabetes control.

Which of the Following Is an Appropriate Long-Term Goal to Measure