Nutrition Therapy for Heart Failure

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Which of the following is a key component of nutrition therapy for heart failure?

Reducing sodium intake

What is the purpose of nutrition therapy for heart failure?

To improve heart function

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

Increasing fluid intake

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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