Question: Describe the ominous octet and explain how it expands the understanding of type 2 diabetes beyond insulin resistance and pancreatic β-cell dysfunction. Briefly summarize each of the eight pathophysiological mechanisms. Discuss why it is important for nurse practitioners to understand these mechanisms when developing treatment plans for patients with type 2 diabetes. How can addressing multiple components of the ominous octet improve patient outcomes? Choose one component of the ominous octet that you believe is most critical to address in a treatment plan and explain your rationale. Include at least one evidence-based treatment strategy (medication or lifestyle intervention) that targets this mechanism and why you would prioritize it.