A 24-year-old Aboriginal woman from a remote community is planning pregnancy. She has a BMI of 34 kg/m² and a strong family history of type 2 diabetes...

Question

A 24-year-old Aboriginal woman from a remote community is planning pregnancy. She has a BMI of 34 kg/m² and a strong family history of type 2 diabetes. According to the National Guide, which statement about diabetes screening is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults should be screened for diabetes from age 18 as part of routine health checks

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Screening for diabetes should start at age 45 in all women

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No special screening is required pre-pregnancy in Aboriginal women

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Diabetes screening is only needed during pregnancy

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Screening is unnecessary if BMI is below 40 kg/m²

au-racgp MCQ (SBA): Type 2 diabetes screening in Aboriginal women

A 24-year-old Aboriginal woman from a remote community is planning pregnancy. She has a BMI of 34 kg/m² and a strong family history of type 2 diabetes. According to the National Guide, which statement about diabetes screening is most appropriate?