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The nurse is teaching a class on atherosclerosis. Which statement describes the scientific rationale as to why diabetes is a risk factor for developing atherosclerosis?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Diabetes accelerates atherosclerosis by thickening vascular basement membranes (
C), promoting plaque. Carbon monoxide (
A), sympathetic stimulation (
B), and glucose-hemoglobin (
D) are incorrect mechanisms.

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