Types of Dyslipidemia and Hyperlipidemia Classification
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What is the optimal range for LDL cholesterol in adults?

  • Less than 100 mg/dL (correct)
  • 160 to 189 mg/dL
  • 100 to 129 mg/dL
  • 130 to 159 mg/dL

    • Which range of LDL cholesterol is considered near optimal for adults?

  • 160 to 189 mg/dL
  • Less than 100 mg/dL
  • 100 to 129 mg/dL (correct)
  • 190 mg/dL and higher

    • What is the classification of hyperlipidemia based on?

  • Reasons why the condition occurred (correct)
  • Fasting glucose levels
  • Number of lipoproteins present
  • Total cholesterol levels only

    • What is the primary cause of hyperlipidemia mentioned in the text?

    <p>Overproduction and defective clearance of cholesterols TG and LDL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a hereditary cause of hyperlipidemia?

    <p>Familial Hypercholesterolemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes dysbetalipoproteinemia, a rare familial dyslipidemia?

    <p>Approximately equally elevated serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common sign of dyslipidemia associated with high levels of LDL?

    <p>Planar xanthomas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is not a primary cause of hyperlipidemia?

    <p>Alcohol overuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic group is more likely to develop hyperlipidemia?

    <p>Men over 45 years and women over 55 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can cause acute pancreatitis due to high triglyceride levels?

    <p>Alcohol overuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to an atherogenic diet?

    <p>High saturated fats intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common sign of severe hypertriglyceridemia in retinal vessels?

    <p>Creamy white appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of dyslipidemia?

    <p>Deficiencies of LDL cholesterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is dyslipidemia considered an important public health problem?

    <p>Because it increases the risk of heart disease and stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of raised total cholesterol was found globally among adults?

    <p>39%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary causes of hyperlipidemia?

    <p>Genetic, dietary, and physiological factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region showed the lowest percentage of elevated total cholesterol?

    <p>WHO South East Asian Region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

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

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