Impact of Cigarette Smoking on Health
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Impact of Cigarette Smoking on Health

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What is one primary effect of nicotine on endothelial cells?

  • It promotes blood vessel dilation.
  • It increases HDL cholesterol levels.
  • It has no effect on endothelial cells.
  • It is toxic and causes damage. (correct)
  • How does smoking influence cholesterol levels in the body?

  • It raises LDL cholesterol and lowers HDL cholesterol. (correct)
  • It raises both LDL and HDL cholesterol.
  • It lowers LDL cholesterol and has no effect on HDL cholesterol.
  • It raises HDL cholesterol and lowers LDL cholesterol.
  • What cardiovascular risk is increased due to vasoconstriction from smoking?

  • Increased risk of pulmonary embolism.
  • Increased risk of congestive heart failure.
  • Increased risk of deep vein thrombosis.
  • Increased risk of heart attack and stroke. (correct)
  • Which condition can be initiated by the damage caused to endothelial cells from smoking?

    <p>Atherosclerosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does passive smoking have in relation to cardiovascular risk?

    <p>It can cause the same effects as active smoking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Impact of Cigarette Smoking on Health

    • Cigarette smoke contains toxic chemicals, including nicotine, harmful to endothelial cells.
    • Damage to endothelial cells can initiate the development of atherosclerotic plaques.
    • Smoking promotes increased blood clotting, raising the risk of cardiovascular events.
    • Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels are elevated by smoking, while high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels are decreased.
    • The imbalance in cholesterol levels accelerates the progression of atherosclerosis.
    • Vasoconstriction caused by smoking narrows arteries further, heightening the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
    • Passive smoking also inflicts similar harmful effects on cardiovascular health as active smoking.

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    This quiz explores the detrimental effects of cigarette smoking on cardiovascular health. It covers how smoking damages endothelial cells, alters cholesterol levels, and increases risks for heart attacks and strokes. Additionally, it highlights the impact of passive smoking on cardiovascular conditions.

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