Which factor is known to increase the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus?
A) Underweight before pregnancy
B) Maternal age younger than 25 years
C) Previous birth of large infant
D) Previous diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus

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Previous birth of a large infant suggests gestational diabetes mellitus.Obesity (BMI of 30 or greater)creates a higher risk for gestational diabetes.A woman younger than 25 years generally is not at risk for gestational diabetes mellitus.The person with type 2 diabetes mellitus already has diabetes and will continue to have it after pregnancy.Insulin may be required during pregnancy because oral hypoglycemia drugs are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Which Factor Is Known to Increase the Risk of Gestational