The nurse is screening a client at her first prenatal visit for risk factors related to diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse look for? (Select all that apply.)

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Native American ethnicity, lower socioeconomic status, a sedentary lifestyle, and obesity are all recognized risk factors for developing diabetes mellitus. These factors can contribute to the development of gestational diabetes in pregnant women or exacerbate pre-existing diabetes. A vegetarian diet is not typically considered a risk factor for diabetes.

The Nurse Is Screening a Client at Her First Prenatal