An Hispanic pregnant woman is visiting the community clinic for her first prenatal visit. She has a family history of diabetes, she is obese, and her last baby weighed 9 pounds, 8 ounces. The nurse realizes that she is at risk for _____.

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An Hispanic pregnant woman is visiting the community clinic for her first prenatal visit. She has a family history of diabetes, she is obese, and her last baby weighed 9 pounds, 8 ounces. The nurse realizes that she is at risk for _____.​

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The patient's family history of diabetes, obesity, and previous large baby puts her at increased risk for developing gestational diabetes during this pregnancy.

An Hispanic Pregnant Woman Is Visiting the Community Clinic for Her