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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?
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?
- 40 times
- 80 times (correct)
- 120 times
- 100 times
What is the BMI range for an individual to be considered obese?
What is the BMI range for an individual to be considered obese?
- Above 30 (correct)
- Above 25
- Above 28
- Above 35
What is a potential health risk for individuals who are obese?
What is a potential health risk for individuals who are obese?
- Developing heart disease
- Developing type 2 diabetes (correct)
- Developing osteoporosis
- All of the above
What is a common characteristic of individuals who are at a healthy weight?
What is a common characteristic of individuals who are at a healthy weight?
Why is it important for individuals who are obese to lose weight?
Why is it important for individuals who are obese to lose weight?
What is the primary focus of pharmacodynamics?
What is the primary focus of pharmacodynamics?
What is the term for the process by which the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and eliminates a drug?
What is the term for the process by which the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and eliminates a drug?
What is the term for the interaction between two or more drugs that affects the action of one or more of the drugs?
What is the term for the interaction between two or more drugs that affects the action of one or more of the drugs?
What is the primary goal of medication management?
What is the primary goal of medication management?
What is the term for the practice of preparing and dispensing medications in a pharmacy setting?
What is the term for the practice of preparing and dispensing medications in a pharmacy setting?
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).
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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.
