Which Individual Would Be at Highest Risk for Essential Hypertension

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which individual would be at highest risk for essential hypertension?

• A) Ariela, an 80-year-old African American female
• B) Botan, a 50-year-old Asian American female
• C) Carlos, a 50-year-old Hispanic American male
• D) Tzvi, a 35-year-old Middle Eastern male

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Definitions:

Proteins

Large, complex molecules essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

Plasma Membrane

The lipid bilayer membrane that surrounds a cell, controlling the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Carbohydrates

Biomolecules consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, which are major sources of energy in the diet and are found in foods like grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Aerobic Respiration

A cellular process in which oxygen is used to metabolize glucose, producing ATP, the primary energy currency in cells, along with carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.