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Review Question - QID 211071

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QID 211071 (Type "211071" in App Search)
A 55-year-old man presents to his primary care physician for a new patient appointment. He feels well and has no concerns at this time. The patient has a medical history of hypertension and elevated fasting blood glucose. He is not currently taking any medications. His blood pressure is 177/118 mmHg, pulse is 90/min, respirations are 16/min, and oxygen saturation is 97% on room air. A physical exam is notable for an obese man with atrophy of his limbs and striae on his abdomen. Laboratory values are notable for a blood glucose of 175 mg/dL. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial step in management?