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What is the primary risk factor for the development of aortic aneurysm?
What is the primary risk factor for the development of aortic aneurysm?
Which condition is the most common arrhythmia seen in individuals with hyperthyroidism?
Which condition is the most common arrhythmia seen in individuals with hyperthyroidism?
What is the most significant modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD)?
What is the most significant modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD)?
Which of the following is the greatest predisposing risk factor for the rupture of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
Which of the following is the greatest predisposing risk factor for the rupture of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
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What is the primary risk factor for mitral stenosis?
What is the primary risk factor for mitral stenosis?
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Study Notes
Risk Factors for Various Conditions
- Suicide: Prior suicide attempt is the primary risk factor.
- Atrial Fibrillation (AFib): Mitral stenosis is a significant risk factor.
- Hyperthyroidism: Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia.
- Mitral Stenosis: Rheumatic fever is the leading risk factor.
- Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Development: Smoking is the primary risk factor.
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AAA Screening: Men aged 65-75 who smoke should be screened.
- AAA larger than 5.5 cm requires surgery.
- Growth of >0.5cm in 6 months or >1cm/year necessitates intervention.
- AAA Rupture: Aneurysm diameter is the greatest predisposing risk factor.
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): Smoking is the most important modifiable risk factor.
- Stroke and Aortic Dissection: Hypertension is the leading risk factor.
- Iron Deficiency Anemia (with H. pylori history): Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) is a major risk factor.
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Test your knowledge on various health conditions and their associated risk factors. This quiz covers critical aspects including suicide, atrial fibrillation, and coronary artery disease among others. Understand the importance of screening and factors influencing these conditions.