Pathophysiology & Clinical Findings of the Disease 1. Based on the review of the history, physical and lab findings what is the most likely diabetes diagnosis for this patient?

Based on the information provided the most likely diabetes diagnosis for this patient is Diabetes Mellitus type 2 (DM II). The patient demonstrated an elevated glucose (fasting) level of 132, which exceeds the reference range of 60-120 mg/dL. The patient’s urinalysis also demonstrated glucose in the urine. The patient is at high risk for the diagnosis of DM II as he possesses the constellation of chronic illnesses such as obesity (BMI 36.5), hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. DM II most often develops in people over the age of 45 (CDC, 2021). The patient is also showing the classic symptoms of DM II, which include polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia. Physical exam findings which are consistent with the stated diagnosis is evide