A patient's test results indicate an A₁C measurement of 6.2%. A nurse identifies that the patient is at risk for A) Pancreatic disease. B) Jaundice. C) Diabetes. D) Impaired kidney function.

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A₁C refers to Hemoglobin A1c, which is a measure of average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. A value of 6.2% indicates that the patient has high blood sugar levels and is at risk for diabetes.

A Patient's Test Results Indicate an A1C Measurement of 6

A Patient's Test Results Indicate an A₁C Measurement of 6