The nurse is concerned that a client is developing metabolic syndrome. Which of the following did the nurse assess in this client? (Select all that apply.)
1. Elevated high-density lipoprotein level
2. Blood pressure 150/88 mmHg during three different assessments
3. Fasting glucose 120 mg/dL
4. Poor appetite
5. Abdominal obesity
6. Elevated triglyceride level
2, 3, 5, 6
Metabolic syndrome is diagnosed when three or more of the following factors are present: high blood pressure, abdominal obesity, high triglyceride levels, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and high fasting blood glucose levels. The assessment findings that would support the client's developing metabolic syndrome are elevated blood pressure, fasting glucose of 120 mg/dL, and abdominal obesity. Poor appetite is not a factor for the development of metabolic syndrome. Elevated high-density lipoprotein level is not a factor for the development of metabolic syndrome.
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