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How many of the 3 P's does a patient need to present with in order to be diagnosed with diabetes?

a. One
b. Two
c. Three
d. None

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Final answer:

A patient needs to present with at least two of the 3 P's (polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia) to be diagnosed with diabetes.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order to be diagnosed with diabetes, a patient needs to present with at least two of the 3 P's. The 3 P's of diabetes refer to polyuria (excessive urination), polydipsia (excessive thirst), and polyphagia (excessive hunger). Therefore, option b. Two is the correct answer.

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