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What is the primary focus of cardiovascular disease management in relation to patient care?
What is the primary focus of cardiovascular disease management in relation to patient care?
- Implementing treatments for non-cardiovascular conditions
- Preventing all medical conditions unrelated to cardiovascular issues
- Focusing solely on the patient's lifestyle choices
- Addressing the specific heart-related issues while considering overall health (correct)
How many people in the UK are reported to be living with cardiovascular disease?
How many people in the UK are reported to be living with cardiovascular disease?
- 10 million
- 7.6 million (correct)
- 3.5 million
- 5.2 million
What percentage of all deaths in the UK is attributed to cardiovascular disease?
What percentage of all deaths in the UK is attributed to cardiovascular disease?
- Less than 5%
- More than 30%
- More than 15% (correct)
- Over 25%
What is one of the common presentations of patients suffering from cardiovascular disease?
What is one of the common presentations of patients suffering from cardiovascular disease?
What type of cardiovascular condition might require immediate intervention in a dental setting?
What type of cardiovascular condition might require immediate intervention in a dental setting?
Which of the following substances is known to affect both oral and general health negatively?
Which of the following substances is known to affect both oral and general health negatively?
What is the most common outcome of cardiovascular disease in terms of hospital admissions in the UK?
What is the most common outcome of cardiovascular disease in terms of hospital admissions in the UK?
What aspect of cardiovascular disease is essential for dental professionals to understand?
What aspect of cardiovascular disease is essential for dental professionals to understand?
Which heart condition is categorized as congenital?
Which heart condition is categorized as congenital?
What is the primary goal for health professionals when addressing cardiovascular disease risk?
What is the primary goal for health professionals when addressing cardiovascular disease risk?
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Study Notes
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
- Refers to a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels.
- CVD is common and will be encountered by all healthcare workers.
- In the UK, 7.6 million people live with CVD.
- Over 450 deaths occur daily due to CVD, accounting for more than 1 in 4 of all deaths.
- There are over 100,000 hospital admissions every year due to CVD.
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