Clinician Knowledge of Prediabetes Diagnosis and Treatment at an Academic Family Medicine Practice
| Prediabetes Question | Correct Answer | Answered Correctly (N = 31) |
|---|---|---|
| Fasting glucose range indicative of prediabetes | 100 to 125 mg/dL29 | 21 (67.7%) |
| Hemoglobin A1c range indicative of prediabetes | 5.7 to 6.4%29 | 30 (96.8%) |
| It is recommended that prediabetics lose what proportion of their starting weight? | 5% to 7%29 | 10 (32.3%) |
| How much physical activity per week should be recommended for patients with prediabetes, assuming they have no other health issues? | 75 minutes vigorous; 150 minutes moderate29 | 21 (67.7%) |
| How often should you routinely screen for diabetes? | Every three years26,29 | 12 (38.7%) |