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Mr.K is a 66-year-old African American.He was admitted to the emergency room of Twin Peaks Hospital after passing out unexpectedly at work.He is having difficulty talking and does not know what happened to him.His wife provides the dietitian on staff the following information about his diet.Breakfast: eggs fried in butter,toast,and black coffee;Lunch: ham sandwich,canned soup,potato chips,diet soda,and a candy bar;Dinner: beef or other type of meat,potato with butter,broccoli with mayonnaise,ice cream,and black coffee.

-What information about Mr.K.indicates you have the correct diagnosis in question #41?

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Mr.K is a 66-year-old African American.He was admitted to the emergency room of Twin Peaks Hospital after passing out unexpectedly at work.He is having difficulty talking and does not know what happened to him.His wife provides the dietitian on staff the following information about his diet.Breakfast: eggs fried in butter,toast,and black coffee;Lunch: ham sandwich,canned soup,potato chips,diet soda,and a candy bar;Dinner: beef or other type of meat,potato with butter,broccoli with mayonnaise,ice cream,and black coffee.
 
-What information about Mr.K.indicates you have the correct diagnosis in question #41?

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Mr.K's diet is high in sodium and fat, which can contribute to high blood pressure. In addition, his consumption of sugary and high-fat foods can contribute to high blood sugar levels. While there is no information provided about his smoking habits, smoking is a risk factor for many health issues and could potentially contribute to his symptoms as well. However, based on the information given, the only factors we can definitively link to his diet are high blood pressure and high blood sugar, making choice E the best answer.

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