Peter Smith is a 73-year-old male with mild Type 2
diabetes. He states that he has needed to urinate
more frequently during the last 2 weeks, and he
feels a burning sensation when he urinates. He
has also been very tired lately. Based on the vital
signs you measured and Peter's current
complaints, the physician ordered a fasting blood
glucose and a urinalysis. What is the likely
diagnosis for Mr. Smith and why might Mr. Smith's
vital signs show that his temperature is slightly