A registered nurse is teaching a nursing student about the effects of glucose on the arteries. Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective learning?

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Increased serum glucose causes endothelial injury, which can lead to the development of atherosclerosis, a condition in which fatty deposits build up and narrow the arteries, making it harder for blood to flow through. Option A is not correct because carbon dioxide does not combine with glucose to cause atherosclerosis. Option C is not correct because increased serum glucose can actually cause an increase in homocysteine levels, which can also contribute to the development of atherosclerosis.

A Registered Nurse Is Teaching a Nursing Student About the Effects