Metabolic Syndrome Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
Large waist circumference
A
Greater than 35 inches for females
2
Q
High triglycerides
A
Equal or greater to 150 mg/dL
3
Q
Reduced HDL cholesterol
A
Less than50 mg/dL in females
Less than 40 in males
4
Q
Increased blood pressure
A
130/85 or greater
5
Q
Elevated fasting blood sugar
A
Greater than 100 mg/dL
6
Q
Diagnosis of metabolic syndrome
A
3 + Risk factors
7
Q
JNC-8 guidance for HTN
A
Age greater or equal to 60 yo begin meds at or above 150/90
If DM, CKD, less than 60 140/90
8
Q
4 high risk groups statins are given to
A
W/o CVD but 10 yr risk for even greater than 7.5
CVD r/t arthrosclerosis
LDL of 190
9
Q
Baylor rule of 2
A
Waking up at night 2x per month
During day 2x per week
ER less than 2x per year
