A condition in which cholesterol and triglyceride levels are above normal is ____. 

A. hypertension
B. hyperlipidemia
C. hypotension
D. coronary artery disease
E. osteoporosis


B. hyperlipidemia
Although hyperlipidemia, or elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels, is not just a disease of the elderly, it tends to be more common and serious with age.

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a. The adjacent air is warmed. b. The adjacent air is cooled. c. The water temperature rises. d. Heat is given up to the air.

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A. True B. False

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In addition to blood fluids and human tissue, _______________ waste includes any potentially hazardous waste generated in the treatment of patients, such as needles. 

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

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