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AAMA CMA Practice Question

A 56-year-old patient presents to the clinic for a routine follow-up. The provider orders a fasting plasma glucose test to evaluate the patient's glycemic control. How should the medical assistant instruct the patient to prepare for this test?

  • Advise the patient to avoid eating sweets and sugary beverages 24 hours before the test

  • Recommend the patient to fast for at least 15 minutes prior to the test

  • Instruct the patient to not consume any food or liquids except water for 8 to 12 hours before the test

  • Tell the patient to have a light breakfast early in the morning on the day of the test

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