CHD risk factors are classified as either major or contributory risk factors. Briefly explain the differences between these two categories of risk factors
What will be an ideal response?
Major risk factors are directly related to the development of coronary heart disease. Contributory risk factors increase the risk of coronary heart disease but their direct contribution to the disease process has not been determined. Contributory risk factors increase a person's risk of developing a major risk factor.
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A registered nurse is teaching a student nurse about the reason for the development of natriuresis. Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective teaching?
1. "Natriuresis develops as a result of the excretion of large amounts of sodium." 2. "Natriuresis develops as a result of the excretion of large amounts of potassium." 3. "Natriuresis develops as a result of increased concentration of potassium and water in the blood." 4. "Natriuresis develops as a result of the reabsorption of sodium into the bloodstream."
Identify which of the following is not a characteristic of CD94:NKG2A
a. contains a C-type lectin domain b. is an inhibitory NK-cell receptor c. binds to carbohydrate ligands d. is a disulfide-linked heterodimer e. contains an immunoreceptor tyrosine-based inhibitory motif (ITIM).
Which term refers to the maximal amount of resistance that you can lift in a single effort?
A. Localized strength B. Overload C. One repetition maximum D. Negative resistance E. Fixed resistance
Which food has the most added sugar?
a. one 12-ounce fruit drink b. one 12-ounce cola c. one 10-ounce chocolate shake d. one 8-ounce low-fat plain yogurt