Body Mass Index (BMI) Classification

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What is the increased likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes for individuals with a BMI above 30 compared to those with a BMI of 22?

80 times

What is the BMI range for an individual to be considered obese?

Above 30

What is a potential health risk for individuals who are obese?

Developing type 2 diabetes

What is a common characteristic of individuals who are at a healthy weight?

They have a BMI around 22

Why is it important for individuals who are obese to lose weight?

To improve overall health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases

What is the primary focus of pharmacodynamics?

The study of the effects of drugs on the body

What is the term for the process by which the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and eliminates a drug?

Pharmacokinetics

What is the term for the interaction between two or more drugs that affects the action of one or more of the drugs?

Drug interaction

What is the primary goal of medication management?

To maximize the therapeutic effects of a drug

What is the term for the practice of preparing and dispensing medications in a pharmacy setting?

Pharmacy practice

Study Notes

Classification of Weight Status

  • A person with a BMI between 25-29.9 is classified as overweight.
  • A person with a BMI above 30 is classified as obese.

Energy Balance and Weight Gain

  • Consuming more calories than used leads to a positive energy balance, resulting in weight gain over time.

Risks of Obesity

  • People with a BMI above 30 (obese) are 80 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than people with a BMI of 22 (normal weight).

Learn about the different categories of body mass index (BMI) and how they are classified. This quiz covers the ranges for overweight and obese individuals.

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