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Question

Mr. Jones
Sex: male         Hours of work: 55+/wk
Age: 61            Occupation: computer programmer
Household members: wife, 65 years old
Family history: coronary artery disease in father; had a myocardial infarction at age 59
Smoker: yes; 40 years; 1 pack/day  
Height: 70"           Weight: 190 lb
Waist circumference: 43 in.
Cholesterol: 220 mg/dL; HDL-C: 30 mg/dL; LDL-C: 160 mg/dL; VLDL: 45 mg/dL; TG: 150 mg/dL
Blood pressure: 140/85
The diet history of Mr. Jones shows that he consumes dairy products such as milk, cheese, and ice cream regularly; a variety of protein-rich foods including fish, shellfish, beef, poultry, and eggs; and large quantities of rice and potatoes. He and his wife also frequently eat breads, crackers, and potato chips. Mr. Jones consumes a large variety of vegetables including eggplant, broccoli, mushrooms, onions, and tomatoes; however, many of these are deep-fried or cooked in butter.
 
Based on the information above, he is at risk of developing several cardiometabolic conditions, including _____.

A. osteoarthritis
B. gall bladder disease
C. gastrointestinal reflux disease 
D. pancreatic cancer
E. hypertension

Answer 1

Answer: E