Nutrition Therapy for Heart Failure
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Which of the following is a key component of nutrition therapy for heart failure?

  • Skipping meals
  • Reducing sodium intake (correct)
  • Increasing caffeine consumption
  • Eating a high-fat diet

    • What is the purpose of nutrition therapy for heart failure?

  • To increase sodium intake
  • To reduce physical activity
  • To improve heart function (correct)
  • To promote weight gain

    • Which of the following is NOT recommended for nutrition therapy in heart failure?

  • Eating smaller, more frequent meals
  • Including fruits and vegetables in the diet
  • Monitoring body weight
  • Increasing fluid intake (correct)

    • Which of the following is a common dietary restriction for heart failure patients?

    <p>Low sodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutrient is typically limited in heart failure nutrition therapy?

    <p>Fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended strategy for heart failure nutrition therapy?

    <p>Drinking plenty of fluids with meals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of the DASH diet on hypertension?

    <p>It slightly reduces hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key component of the DASH diet for managing hypertension?

    <p>Low intake of whole grains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

    <p>Promotes high intake of processed foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the leading cause of coronary artery disease?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary underlying cause of atherosclerosis?

    <p>High cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of coronary artery disease?

    <p>Chest pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group has a higher prevalence of atherosclerosis?

    <p>African Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for atherosclerosis?

    <p>High blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of atherosclerosis?

    <p>Stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary underlying cause of atherosclerosis?

    <p>Inflammation in the arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for developing atherosclerosis?

    <p>Low levels of physical activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group has a higher prevalence of atherosclerosis?

    <p>African Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group has the second highest prevalence of atherosclerosis?

    <p>Mexican Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the leading cause of atherosclerosis?

    <p>High cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary underlying cause of atherosclerosis?

    <p>Build-up of plaque in the arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the most common symptom of atherosclerosis?

    <p>Chest pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethnic group has the highest prevalence of atherosclerosis?

    <p>African Americans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary underlying cause of atherosclerosis?

    <p>High cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

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