A type of diabetes that typically develops later in life and is related to age, genetics, and obesity is known as:
a. Type I diabetes
b. Type II diabetes
c. Hypoglycemia
d. Hyperosmotic hyperglycemia
b
Rationale: a. Type I diabetes is typically referred to as "juvenile diabetes" and develops at or shortly after birth.
b. Correct.
c. Hypoglycemia is a diabetic emergency related to low blood sugar.
d. HHNK is a diabetic emergency that results from prolonged increased blood sugar levels.
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