Children and adolescents having a BMI-for-age >85th percentile, but <95th percentile are considered overweight
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Samuel is an 88-year-old patient with a gastrostomy tube. The healthcare provider knows that Samuel will not always recognize thirst, even though he may need extra water. To evaluate Samuel's hydration status, the provider will check his ____
A) ?white blood cell count B) ?respiratory rate C) ?blood urea nitrogen D) ?waist circumference
The component of weight gain during pregnancy that is similar to the average weight of the infant at birth is the
a. placenta. b. amniotic sac fluid. c. maternal fat stores. d. uterus and supporting muscles. e. additional blood volume.
Calcitonin increases calcium resorption from bone and calcium absorption in the small intestine while increasing calcium loss in the urine
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Recently, the WHO declared ____ one of the world's top ten health risks
a. metabolic syndrome b. central adiposity c. too much leisure time d. overweight