21 Questions
Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
Age
Which gender is more likely to develop CVD, especially before menopause?
Men
Which racial or ethnic group is more likely to develop CVD?
African Americans
Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
Managing stress
How many minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity should you aim for most days of the week to lower your risk of CVD?
30 minutes
Which of the following should you choose as part of a healthy diet to lower your risk of CVD?
Foods high in fiber
Which type of diabetes is characterized by the body becoming resistant to insulin?
Type 2 diabetes
What is the hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy?
Insulin
What is the treatment for type 1 diabetes?
Insulin therapy
Which of the following is considered a normal blood pressure reading?
110/70 mmHg
What is the definition of hypertension?
Blood pressure that is consistently too high
Why is high blood pressure considered a silent killer?
It has no symptoms
Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for high blood pressure?
Family history
Which racial or ethnic group is more likely to develop high blood pressure?
African Americans
What is one modifiable risk factor for high blood pressure?
Being physically active
Which of the following chronic diseases can exercise help reduce the risk of?
C) Type 2 diabetes
What is one major risk factor for heart disease and stroke that exercise can help lower?
B) Blood pressure
What has studies shown about the relationship between physical activity and lifespan?
C) Physically active people tend to live longer lives
Approximately what percentage of adults in the United States are physically inactive?
25.3%
What does it mean to be somewhat active according to the CDC?
Participating in some leisure-time physical activities
How many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity should active adults aim for each week?
150 minutes
Test your knowledge on the non-modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Explore the impact of age, gender, family history, and race/ethnicity on CVD development. Learn how these factors contribute to your risk and take steps towards prevention.
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