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What is another name for coronary heart disease?
What is another name for coronary heart disease?
- Myocardial infraction
- Cardiomyopathy
- Arrhythmia
- Coronary artery disease (correct)
What physiological change contributes significantly to the development of coronary heart disease?
What physiological change contributes significantly to the development of coronary heart disease?
- Increased heart valve efficiency
- Inflammation of the heart tissue
- Excessive heart rate elevation
- Narrowing of blood vessels supplying the heart (correct)
How does a reduction in LDL cholesterol affect the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
How does a reduction in LDL cholesterol affect the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
- Every 1% decrease in LDL cholesterol reduces the CVD risk by 1% (correct)
- CVD risk is unaffected by LDL cholesterol levels
- A decrease in LDL cholesterol has no measurable effect on CVD risk
- A reduction in LDL by 1% increases CVD risk by 1%
What lipid profile component is specifically linked to an increased risk of coronary heart disease?
What lipid profile component is specifically linked to an increased risk of coronary heart disease?
Which of the following statements about coronary heart disease is true?
Which of the following statements about coronary heart disease is true?
Study Notes
Coronary Heart Disease
- Commonly referred to as coronary artery disease.
- Characterized by narrow blood vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle.
Cholesterol and Heart Disease Risk
- Elevated total and LDL cholesterol levels are linked to an increased risk of coronary heart disease.
- LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol is often termed "bad" cholesterol due to its role in plaque buildup in arteries.
Impact of LDL Cholesterol Reduction
- A 1% decrease in LDL cholesterol corresponds to a 1% reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
- Emphasizes the importance of managing cholesterol levels to mitigate heart disease risk.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of coronary heart disease, also known as coronary artery disease. Key topics include the impact of cholesterol levels on heart health and the relationship between LDL cholesterol reduction and the risk of cardiovascular disease.
