Question 1

Major risk factors for heart disease are defined as factors that increase your risk of heart disease by promoting the development of a secondary risk factor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Define cardiovascular disease, and list three common cardiovascular diseases.

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular disease refers to any disease that affects the heart or blood vessels. Common cardiovascular diseases include arteriosclerosis, coronary artery disease, stroke, and hypertension.

Question 3

Alejandro had his cholesterol checked recently. His results showed a total blood cholesterol concentration of 260 mg/dL. Based on these results, what is his risk of developing CHD?

Accepted Answer

A)  no risk 
B)  low risk 
C)  moderate risk 
D)  high risk 
A)  no risk 
B)  low risk 
C)  moderate risk 
D)  high risk D

Question 4

Chest pain due to a reduction in blood flow to the heart is called

Accepted Answer

A)  hypertension. 
B)  myocardial infarction. 
C)  angina pectoris. 
D)  atherosclerosis. 
A)  hypertension. 
B)  myocardial infarction. 
C)  angina pectoris. 
D)  atherosclerosis.

Question 5

What is arteriosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  a disease related to high blood glucose 
B)  narrowing of the arteries 
C)  a type of myocardial infarction 
D)  a blood clot in the brain 
A)  a disease related to high blood glucose 
B)  narrowing of the arteries 
C)  a type of myocardial infarction 
D)  a blood clot in the brain

Question 6

Smoking is no longer considered to be a major risk factor for the development of heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Arteriosclerosis is the term used to refer to a group of diseases characterized by narrowing of the arteries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Regular vigorous exercise (>50% VO2max) is more protective against cardiovascular disease than lower-intensity exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following are considered contributory risk factors for CHD?

Accepted Answer

A)  smoking and overconsumption of alcohol 
B)  stress and overconsumption of alcohol 
C)  age and genetics 
D)  diet and genetics 
A)  smoking and overconsumption of alcohol 
B)  stress and overconsumption of alcohol 
C)  age and genetics 
D)  diet and genetics

Question 10

How does smoking increase the risk of cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

Smoking increases the risk of heart dise

Question 11

Coronary artery disease results when atherosclerotic plaque forms a blockage of one or more coronary arteries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following factors is considered to be a major risk factor for heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  smoking 
B)  alcohol consumption 
C)  work-related stress 
D)  a low-fat diet 
A)  smoking 
B)  alcohol consumption 
C)  work-related stress 
D)  a low-fat diet

Question 13

African Americans are at a greater risk of developing hypertension than are other populations in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A healthy diet that reduces ________ intake can help lower blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  sodium 
C)  glucose 
D)  potassium 
A)  calcium 
B)  sodium 
C)  glucose 
D)  potassium

Question 15

Blood cholesterol levels >240 mg/dl are considered to represent a low risk of developing coronary heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

________ results in the death of brain cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypertension 
B)  Stroke 
C)  Myocardial infarction 
D)  Coronary heart disease 
A)  Hypertension 
B)  Stroke 
C)  Myocardial infarction 
D)  Coronary heart disease

Question 17

About 25% of people with diabetes die of some form of cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The distribution of fat on the body influences the risk of development of heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

List the three contributory risk factors for coronary heart disease, according to the American Heart Association.

Accepted Answer

Contributory risk factors for

Question 20

Stroke is due to a blockage of

Accepted Answer

A)  a coronary artery. 
B)  blood flow to the brain. 
C)  nerve sensations on one side of the body. 
D)  blood flow to the lower extremities. 
A)  a coronary artery. 
B)  blood flow to the brain. 
C)  nerve sensations on one side of the body. 
D)  blood flow to the lower extremities.

Major risk factors for heart disease are defined as factors that increase your risk of heart disease by promoting the development of a secondary risk factor.

Define cardiovascular disease, and list three common cardiovascular diseases.

Alejandro had his cholesterol checked recently. His results showed a total blood cholesterol concentration of 260 mg/dL. Based on these results, what is his risk of developing CHD?

Chest pain due to a reduction in blood flow to the heart is called

What is arteriosclerosis?

Smoking is no longer considered to be a major risk factor for the development of heart disease.

Arteriosclerosis is the term used to refer to a group of diseases characterized by narrowing of the arteries.

Regular vigorous exercise (>50% VO₂max) is more protective against cardiovascular disease than lower-intensity exercise.

Which of the following are considered contributory risk factors for CHD?

How does smoking increase the risk of cardiovascular disease?

Coronary artery disease results when atherosclerotic plaque forms a blockage of one or more coronary arteries.

Which of the following factors is considered to be a major risk factor for heart disease?

African Americans are at a greater risk of developing hypertension than are other populations in the United States.

A healthy diet that reduces ________ intake can help lower blood pressure.

Blood cholesterol levels >240 mg/dl are considered to represent a low risk of developing coronary heart disease.

________ results in the death of brain cells.

About 25% of people with diabetes die of some form of cardiovascular disease.

The distribution of fat on the body influences the risk of development of heart disease.

List the three contributory risk factors for coronary heart disease, according to the American Heart Association.

Stroke is due to a blockage of

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Exam 10: Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Major risk factors for heart disease are defined as factors that increase your risk of heart disease by promoting the development of a secondary risk factor.

Define cardiovascular disease, and list three common cardiovascular diseases.

Alejandro had his cholesterol checked recently. His results showed a total blood cholesterol concentration of 260 mg/dL. Based on these results, what is his risk of developing CHD?

Chest pain due to a reduction in blood flow to the heart is called

What is arteriosclerosis?

Smoking is no longer considered to be a major risk factor for the development of heart disease.

Arteriosclerosis is the term used to refer to a group of diseases characterized by narrowing of the arteries.

Regular vigorous exercise (>50% VO2max) is more protective against cardiovascular disease than lower-intensity exercise.

Which of the following are considered contributory risk factors for CHD?

How does smoking increase the risk of cardiovascular disease?

Coronary artery disease results when atherosclerotic plaque forms a blockage of one or more coronary arteries.

Which of the following factors is considered to be a major risk factor for heart disease?

African Americans are at a greater risk of developing hypertension than are other populations in the United States.

A healthy diet that reduces ________ intake can help lower blood pressure.

Blood cholesterol levels >240 mg/dl are considered to represent a low risk of developing coronary heart disease.

________ results in the death of brain cells.

About 25% of people with diabetes die of some form of cardiovascular disease.

The distribution of fat on the body influences the risk of development of heart disease.

List the three contributory risk factors for coronary heart disease, according to the American Heart Association.

Stroke is due to a blockage of

Understanding Fitness and Wellness

General Principles of Exercise for Health and Fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance: Assessment and Prescription

Improving Muscular Strength and Endurance

Improving Flexibility

Body Composition

Creating Your Total Fitness and Wellness Plan

Nutrition, Health, and Fitness

Achieving Optimal Body Weight

Stress Management

Special Considerations Related to Exercise and Injury Prevention

Cancer

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Addiction and Substance Abuse

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Regular vigorous exercise (>50% VO₂max) is more protective against cardiovascular disease than lower-intensity exercise.