John Wilson Is a 74-Year-Old Retired Schoolteacher

question 23

Multiple Choice

John Wilson is a 74-year-old retired schoolteacher. He is 5'8" tall and weighs 136 pounds. His wife died nine months ago. During a routine visit to the doctor, it was noted that his weight had decreased 21 pounds since his visit a year ago. Mr. Wilson does not have any medical problems, though he does report feeling depressed and lonely. The physician ordered a panel of lab tests including hemoglobin, hematocrit, and albumin, which all were low.
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-​What is Mr. Wilson's percent usual body weight?

• A) ​86.6%
• B) ​88.3%
• C) ​99.1%
• D) ​113.2%
• E) ​115.4%

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