The nurse prepares teaching for a community group on the increase in the incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Which statement should the nurse include when teaching about this disorder?
1) Type 2 diabetes mellitus is caused by an autoimmune response.
2) Type 2 diabetes mellitus is characterized by insulin resistance.
3) Type 2 diabetes mellitus is more common in children than in adults.
4) Type 2 diabetes mellitus can be cured with medication.