What five factors play into the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome?

What will be an ideal response?


A diagnosis of metabolic syndrome involves an assessment of five factors:Waist circumferenceBlood pressureFasting blood glucoseFasting high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterolFasting triglycerides

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A(n) ________ is a small, polyurethane foam device that is presaturated with one gram of spermicide.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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You are administering several oral medications to your patient. In what order should they be given?

A) in the order that the patient requests B) from thinnest to thickest consistency C) from best-tasting to worst-tasting D) in order of priority, starting with the most important

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. HIV is transmitted in blood, semen, and vaginal fluid. 2. HIV is transmitted in saliva, sweat, and tears. 3. A person may have an STI and not notice any symptoms. Life expectancy of people infected with HIV has improved due to antiretroviral therapy. 4. Life expectancy of people infected with HIV has improved due to antiretroviral therapy. 5. Risk of acquiring an STI may be reduced by oral or anal sex, or withdrawal before ejaculation.

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PID can cause irreversible damage to a woman's reproductive system

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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