Current Clinical Practice Guidelines Developed by the U

question 18

True/False

Current clinical practice guidelines developed by the U.S.National Heart,Lung,and Blood Institute for preventing cardiovascular disease in children and adolescents do not recommend universal screening of lipid levels in children and adolescents.

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Definitions:

Biological Rhythms

Natural cycles of the body that regulate physiological processes and behavior, including the sleep-wake cycle and hormonal release patterns.

Atonia

A state of muscle relaxation wherein there is an absence of normal muscle tone or strength, often observed during REM sleep or certain neurological conditions.

Cataplexy

A sudden and temporary loss of muscle tone triggered by strong emotions, often associated with narcolepsy.

Zeitgebers

External or environmental cues, such as light and temperature, which help regulate biological rhythms through entrainment.