Your students are studying various laboratory tests, such as blood chemistries, that may be used as part of the diagnostic analysis for a client with a cardiovascular disorder. What do hyperglycemia and hypertriglyceridemia indicate?
A) Coronary artery disease
B) Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus
C) Fluid retention and hypertension
D) Atherosclerotic heart disease

Question

Your students are studying various laboratory tests, such as blood chemistries, that may be used as part of the diagnostic analysis for a client with a cardiovascular disorder. What do hyperglycemia and hypertriglyceridemia indicate?
A) Coronary artery disease
B) Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus
C) Fluid retention and hypertension
D) Atherosclerotic heart disease

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) and hypertriglyceridemia (high levels of triglycerides in the blood) indicate uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. These are common laboratory findings in individuals with diabetes, and can indicate poor glycemic control and increased risk for cardiovascular disease.

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