What is the fasting blood sugar (FBS) goal in CAD risk factor discharge planning?

• A. FBS <100 mg/dL
• B. FBS <110 mg/dL
• C. FBS <90 mg/dL
• D. FBS <120 mg/dL

Answer: (A)

Maintaining fasting glucose in the normal range is essential because it minimizes atherosclerotic and inflammatory stresses after a cardiac event. Normal fasting blood sugar is defined as under 100 mg/dL, so aiming for a level below 100 mg/dL helps reduce cardiovascular risk and supports better outcomes during discharge planning. Values at or above 100 mg/dL raise concern for impaired fasting glucose or diabetes, which are associated with higher risk and necessitate closer management. Targets like below 110 mg/dL would enroll patients into the impaired fasting glucose range, while below 90 mg/dL is overly aggressive and risks hypoglycemia, and below 120 mg/dL is not as tight as the normal-range goal.