Understanding Non-Modifiable Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
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Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

  • High blood pressure
  • Age (correct)
  • Smoking
  • Obesity

Which gender is more likely to develop CVD, especially before menopause?

  • Both men and women equally
  • Women
  • Men (correct)
  • It depends on other factors

Which racial or ethnic group is more likely to develop CVD?

  • All racial and ethnic groups have the same risk
  • Caucasians
  • African Americans (correct)
  • Asian Americans

Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

<p>Managing stress (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity should you aim for most days of the week to lower your risk of CVD?

<p>30 minutes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should you choose as part of a healthy diet to lower your risk of CVD?

<p>Foods high in fiber (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of diabetes is characterized by the body becoming resistant to insulin?

<p>Type 2 diabetes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy?

<p>Insulin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the treatment for type 1 diabetes?

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Which of the following is considered a normal blood pressure reading?

<p>110/70 mmHg (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of hypertension?

<p>Blood pressure that is consistently too high (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is high blood pressure considered a silent killer?

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Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for high blood pressure?

<p>Family history (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which racial or ethnic group is more likely to develop high blood pressure?

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

What is one modifiable risk factor for high blood pressure?

<p>Being physically active (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chronic diseases can exercise help reduce the risk of?

<p>C) Type 2 diabetes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one major risk factor for heart disease and stroke that exercise can help lower?

<p>B) Blood pressure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has studies shown about the relationship between physical activity and lifespan?

<p>C) Physically active people tend to live longer lives (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Approximately what percentage of adults in the United States are physically inactive?

<p>25.3% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to be somewhat active according to the CDC?

<p>Participating in some leisure-time physical activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity should active adults aim for each week?

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Non-modifiable Risk Factor

A factor that cannot be changed, such as age or family history.

Modifiable Risk Factor

A factor that can be changed, such as diet, exercise, or smoking.

Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

A disease of the heart and blood vessels.

Age and CVD Risk

The risk of developing CVD increases with age.

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Gender and CVD Risk

Men are more likely to develop CVD than women, especially before menopause.

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Race/Ethnicity and CVD Risk

African Americans are more likely to develop CVD than other racial or ethnic groups.

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Managing Stress and CVD

Managing stress is a modifiable risk factor for CVD.

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Exercise for CVD Prevention

Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity most days of the week to reduce your risk of CVD.

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Fiber and CVD

A diet high in fiber can help lower your risk of CVD.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is characterized by the body's inability to effectively use insulin.

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Insulin

Insulin is a hormone that helps the body use glucose for energy.

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Type 1 Diabetes Treatment

Insulin therapy is the treatment for type 1 diabetes.

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Normal Blood Pressure

A normal blood pressure reading is 110/70 mmHg.

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Hypertension

Hypertension is high blood pressure that is consistently too high.

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Silent Killer

High blood pressure is often called a silent killer because it usually has no symptoms.

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Family History and High BP

Family history is a non-modifiable risk factor for high blood pressure.

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Race/Ethnicity and High BP

African Americans are more likely to develop high blood pressure than other racial or ethnic groups.

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Physical Activity and High BP

Physical activity is a modifiable risk factor for high blood pressure.

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Exercise and Type 2 Diabetes

Exercise can help reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes.

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Exercise and CVD Risk

Exercise can help lower blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke.

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Exercise and Lifespan

Studies show that physically active people tend to live longer lives.

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