Which of the Following Does the NIH Identify as Being

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does the NIH identify as being an appropriate candidate for bariatric surgery?

• A)A person with metabolic syndrome
• B)A patient with BMI of 25 to 29 with high blood pressure
• C)A patient with BMI of 30 to 34
• D)A patient with BMI of 40 or higher

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Definitions:

Fissure

An ulcer, split, crack, or tear in the tissue.

Dermis

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that forms the true skin, containing sweat glands, hair follicles, and connective tissue.

Integumentary

Pertaining to the covering of the body, including skin, hair, nails, and related glands, serving as a protective barrier.

Constrict

To narrow; to become smaller because of contraction of a sphincter muscle.