Tight control of blood sugars by maintaining glycosylated hemoglobin below _____ can lead to better quality of life for the older person with diabetes and result in fewer long-term complications.

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The recommended target for glycosylated hemoglobin in individuals with diabetes is less than 7% for optimal control of blood sugars and to reduce the risk of long-term complications. Maintaining tight control of blood sugars can improve quality of life for older individuals with diabetes. The options C, D, and E are too high and would not be recommended targets for glycosylated hemoglobin.

Tight Control of Blood Sugars by Maintaining Glycosylated Hemoglobin Below