Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134183268
Author: Rebecca J. Donatelle
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 3PQA
Summary Introduction
To determine: The correct statement regarding the prevention and treatment of diabetes.
Introduction:
Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases. However, all the diseases are characterized by one factor “high level of glucose in the body”. This refers to a high level of sugar in the body.
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Health: The Basics, The Mastering Health Edition (12th Edition)
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