Ruth Ann Glebowski is an active 68 year old. She has a past medical history of gestational diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, and depression. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. She has an appointment with her physician for her annual check-up. Ruth Ann's doctor can best evaluate long-term diabetic compliance by checking her ____.

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Checking glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is the best way to evaluate long-term diabetic compliance as it reflects the average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months. Fasting blood glucose and urine ketones are important for monitoring acute changes in diabetic control, while blood pressure is important for assessing cardiovascular risk in diabetics.

Ruth Ann Glebowski Is an Active 68 Year Old