David Thinks He Is Overweight and Calculated His BMI to Be

question 39

Multiple Choice

David thinks he is overweight and calculated his BMI to be 20. David should interpret this value as his being

• A)obese.
• B)overweight.
• C)underweight.
• D)at a healthy weight.

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Definitions:

Hypertension

A long-lasting health issue characterized by consistently high blood pressure within the arteries.

Vasodilation

The widening of blood vessels, which decreases blood pressure and allows for increased blood flow to tissues.

Heart Rate

Heart rate is the number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed in beats per minute (bpm), indicating the speed of heart function and cardiovascular health.

Vasoconstriction

The narrowing of blood vessels, which decreases blood flow and is regulated by various mechanisms in the body for maintaining blood pressure and temperature.