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 PT is a 65 yo M who comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. PT reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. PT also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI.
 HT: 5’9  WT: 190#  Waist Circumference: 105 cm  BP: 140/93
 Cholesterol:  259    
 LDL:  180    
 HDL:  58    
 TG:  234    
 Diet Hx:      
 B Egg and sausage muffin Coffee     D Chicken breast Mashed potatoes Iced tea  
       
 L Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread Potato chips Soda      

-In addition to suffering an MI, what other diagnosis can the MD make based on the available clinical data?


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Compounded Monthly

A calculation method for interest where the interest earned is added to the principal at the end of each month, causing subsequent interest to be based on the increased balance.

Effective Annual Rate

The real interest rate on an investment or loan, considering the effects of compounding over a year.

Effective Annual Rate

The yield on a loan or investment taking into account the impact of compounding throughout a year.

Compounded

In finance, referring to the process where interest is calculated on the initial principal and also on the accumulated interest from previous periods.

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