NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which of the following is a risk factor for diabetes?

  1. High physical activity

  2. BMI < 18

  3. Hypertension

  4. Low triglyceride levels

The correct answer is: Hypertension

Hypertension is a risk factor for diabetes because high blood pressure can lead to damage in the blood vessels and reduce blood flow to vital organs like the pancreas, which can affect insulin production and regulation. This connection between hypertension and diabetes is well-documented in medical literature. In contrast, options A, B, and D do not directly correlate with an increased risk for diabetes. High physical activity is typically associated with a lower risk of developing diabetes, a BMI below 18 is indicative of being underweight rather than a risk factor for diabetes, and low triglyceride levels are not commonly considered a direct risk factor for diabetes.

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