A female patient tells the nurse that she is genetically predisposed to type 2 diabetes. Which of the following is the most important information for this patient?

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Maintaining a healthy weight and activity level are the most important actions for preventing or managing type 2 diabetes, as they can prevent or delay the onset of diabetes, and improve blood glucose control for those who already have it. Avoiding carbohydrate intake or monitoring blood glucose levels may be necessary for some individuals, but they are not the most important pieces of information for all patients who are genetically predisposed to type 2 diabetes. Additionally, the patient may not have any active health problems or manifestations of diabetes at this time, so addressing active health problems as the top priority may not be applicable.

A Female Patient Tells the Nurse That She Is Genetically