PBS 2.1.5 Review

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What is Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)?

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Using wearable technology to monitor patient vital signs outside of a medical setting.

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What is the primary source of energy for organisms?

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Carbohydrates.

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What condition may hyperglycemia indicate?

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High blood sugar levels.

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Are most processes in the body regulated through positive feedback loops?

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False, most processes are regulated through negative feedback loops.

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What macromolecule speeds up chemical reactions and serves as a last source of energy?

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Proteins.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Storing energy and making up cell membranes.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in organisms?

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Storing and transmitting genetic information.

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What is hypoglycemia?

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A condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels.

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What is the function of carbohydrates in the body?

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Providing energy and supporting cellular functions.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.