The nurse is reviewing the causes for the development of type 1 diabetes mellitus with a patient who is newly diagnosed with the disorder.What major factor in the development of this disease should the nurse include?

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In type 1 diabetes,it is believed that the pancreas may attack itself following certain viral infections or administration of certain drugs; this is called an autoimmune response.Almost 90% of patients newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes have islet cell antibodies in their blood.B.D.Diet can be a risk factor in many disorders but does not directly cause diabetes.A.Obesity is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes.

The Nurse Is Reviewing the Causes for the Development of Type