Exam 27: Cardiovascular Diseases

Participation in 90 to 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous aerobic activity in addition to three sessions of resistance training each week can potentially result in a decrease in systolic blood pressure of ____ mm Hg.

Tina has uncontrolled tremors as a result of traumatic brain injury. Which item may help her feed herself independently?

Margaret Leland Ms. Leland has developed constipation. What nutrition intervention is most appropriate?

Which type of utensil may be helpful for an individual with extreme muscle weakness?

Which medication is prescribed to treat hypertension?

Arterial macrophages engulf oxidized LDL and become ____.

What is a primary risk factor associated with the development of hypertension?

Dietary guidelines for the management of hypertension emphasize ____.

The subtle damage caused by disturbed blood flow initially leads to which response in the beginning stages of atherosclerosis?

Medications most often prescribed for reducing LDL levels include ____.

What is an example of a bile acid sequestrant medication?

Doyle experiences limited neck motion because of degenerative disc disease. Which item may help him drink beverages?

What is the significance of a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?

Hypertension affects nearly ____ of adults in the United States.

Brian Schmidt is a 58-year-old lawyer with a history of hypertension. His blood pressure has been under fairly good control with prescription medication. His secretary notices that he had a period of confusion and difficulty speaking at a meeting. She advises him to see his doctor. What best explains Brian's symptoms?

Which food is a good source of unsaturated fats?

One of the medications given for coronary heart disease prevention is the anticoagulant warfarin. Patients taking warfarin should be told to ____.

Which of the following best describes lipoprotein(a)?

What condition significantly decreases the risk for cardiovascular disease?

Over time, Ms. Leland suffers from cardiac cachexia, and the physician will most likely order ______ to help meet her nutritional needs.