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Which of the following is a preventable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
Which of the following is a preventable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
- High blood pressure
- Genetics
- Smoking (correct)
- Age
Which blood lipid levels are still likely to be accurate if a person has not fasted prior to their blood lipoprotein profile?
Which blood lipid levels are still likely to be accurate if a person has not fasted prior to their blood lipoprotein profile?
- LDL and triglycerides
- Total cholesterol and triglycerides
- VLDL and LDL
- HDL and total cholesterol (correct)
What are some signs and symptoms of a heart attack?
What are some signs and symptoms of a heart attack?
- Sweating and numbness
- Chest pain and shortness of breath (correct)
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Dizziness and nausea
What are some warning signs of a stroke?
What are some warning signs of a stroke?
What is the recommended dietary intake of saturated fat to reduce blood cholesterol levels and health risks?
What is the recommended dietary intake of saturated fat to reduce blood cholesterol levels and health risks?
Which type of carbohydrate is broken down into monosaccharides by specific enzymes in the small intestine?
Which type of carbohydrate is broken down into monosaccharides by specific enzymes in the small intestine?
Which organ secretes pancreatic amylase and dextrinase to break down polysaccharides into disaccharides in the small intestine?
Which organ secretes pancreatic amylase and dextrinase to break down polysaccharides into disaccharides in the small intestine?
Which type of carbohydrate is fermented into short-chain fatty acids in the large intestine?
Which type of carbohydrate is fermented into short-chain fatty acids in the large intestine?
Which enzyme breaks down some starch into polysaccharide and disaccharide units in the mouth?
Which enzyme breaks down some starch into polysaccharide and disaccharide units in the mouth?
Which organ is responsible for the absorption of monosaccharides?
Which organ is responsible for the absorption of monosaccharides?
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