5 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for coronary heart disease (CHD)?
High levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C)
What lifestyle factor is correlated with elevated cholesterol levels (hyperlipidemia)?
Obesity
Which lipoprotein has an even stronger correlation with the occurrence of coronary heart disease (CHD)?
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
What is the leading cause of death worldwide?
Coronary heart disease (CHD)
What can lead to a 30% to 40% reduction in CHD mortality?
Appropriate lifestyle changes and drug therapy
Test your knowledge of dyslipidemia drugs and their role in managing coronary heart disease. Explore the pharmacology behind treatments for elevated LDL-C and triglycerides, and low levels of HDL-C. Understand the correlation between dyslipidemia and other risk factors for CHD.
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