The nurse is assessing an older patient with elevated plasma triglyceride levels.What other assessment finding leads the nurse to suspect metabolic syndrome? (Select all that apply. )
A)Blood pressure of 148/90 mm Hg
B)A fasting blood glucose of 109 mg/dL
C)Reports of frequent urination
D)Weight measurement of 50 inches
E)HDL level of 52 mg/dL

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The clinical criteria for metabolic syndrome includes increased waist circumference (population specific)plus any two of the following: (1)blood pressure greater than 129/84 mm Hg or taking hypertension medication,(2)plasma triglyceride levels over 149 mg/dL or taking triglyceride medication,(3)high-density lipid levels less than 40 mg/dL in men or less than 50 mg/dL in women or taking HDL-C medication,(4)fasting glucose greater than 99 mg/dL (including patients with diabetes).

The Nurse Is Assessing an Older Patient with Elevated Plasma