Question 1

Which of the following major risk factors for cardiovascular disease cannot be modified by behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  age 
B)  smoking 
C)  physical inactivity 
D)  hypertension 
A)  age 
B)  smoking 
C)  physical inactivity 
D)  hypertension

Question 2

High levels of stress reduce blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Minor strokes can result in mild paralysis in the extremities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The risk of death from coronary heart disease decreases as total physical activity energy expenditure increases from 500 to ________ kilocalories per week.

Accepted Answer

A)  1,500 
B)  2,500 
C)  3,500 
D)  5,000 
A)  1,500 
B)  2,500 
C)  3,500 
D)  5,000

Question 5

One of the reasons that hypertension is a health risk is that chronic high blood pressure may damage the interior of blood vessels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the recommended minimum level of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise to reduce the risk of CHD?

Accepted Answer

A)  100 minutes per week 
B)  125 minutes per week 
C)  150 minutes per week 
D)  175 minutes per week 
A)  100 minutes per week 
B)  125 minutes per week 
C)  150 minutes per week 
D)  175 minutes per week

Question 7

CHD risk factors are classified as either major or contributory risk factors. Briefly explain the differences between these two categories of risk factors.

Accepted Answer

Major risk factors are directly related

Question 8

A cardiovascular disease is any disease that affects the heart or the brain.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

________ is a disease that increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

A)  Lung cancer 
B)  Osteoporosis 
C)  Angina pectoris 
D)  Diabetes mellitus 
A)  Lung cancer 
B)  Osteoporosis 
C)  Angina pectoris 
D)  Diabetes mellitus

Question 10

Up to age 55, men have a greater risk of developing CHD and stroke than women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

________ is known as "the silent killer."

Accepted Answer

A)  Arrhythmia 
B)  Obesity 
C)  Hypertension 
D)  Atherosclerosis 
A)  Arrhythmia 
B)  Obesity 
C)  Hypertension 
D)  Atherosclerosis

Question 12

Jesse has recently been diagnosed with moderately high blood pressure. His doctor suggests that he first try to modify some behaviors instead of beginning blood pressure medication right away. Which is the best change Jesse can make to start to reduce his blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Stop eating fast food for lunch. 
B)  Eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. 
C)  Start drinking water with every meal. 
D)  Stop drinking tea at breakfast. 
A)  Stop eating fast food for lunch. 
B)  Eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. 
C)  Start drinking water with every meal. 
D)  Stop drinking tea at breakfast.

Question 13

Explain the effects of long-term chronic high blood pressure on the blood vessels and the heart.

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure increases the worklo

Question 14

High blood levels of HDL cholesterol reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

High sodium intake is not considered to be a factor in the development of high blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which blood test is used to identify chronic inflammation in the body that indicates an increased risk for cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  C-reactive protein 
B)  fasting blood glucose 
C)  LDL cholesterol 
D)  HDL cholesterol 
A)  C-reactive protein 
B)  fasting blood glucose 
C)  LDL cholesterol 
D)  HDL cholesterol

Question 17

What is the daily requirement of sodium for most people?

Accepted Answer

A)  250 mg 
B)  500 mg 
C)  1,000 mg 
D)  1,500 mg 
A)  250 mg 
B)  500 mg 
C)  1,000 mg 
D)  1,500 mg

Question 18

The number-one cause of death globally is

Accepted Answer

A)  AIDS. 
B)  cancer. 
C)  cardiovascular disease. 
D)  accidents. 
A)  AIDS. 
B)  cancer. 
C)  cardiovascular disease. 
D)  accidents.

Question 19

Regular exercise has been shown to improve blood ________ profiles in most people.

Accepted Answer

A)  hemoglobin 
B)  calcium 
C)  folate 
D)  lipid 
A)  hemoglobin 
B)  calcium 
C)  folate 
D)  lipid

Question 20

Which of the following is not a common sign of a heart attack?

Accepted Answer

A)  pressure or pain in the chest 
B)  pain in the shoulder, neck, or arm 
C)  chills and fever 
D)  nausea 
A)  pressure or pain in the chest 
B)  pain in the shoulder, neck, or arm 
C)  chills and fever 
D)  nausea

Which of the following major risk factors for cardiovascular disease cannot be modified by behavior?

High levels of stress reduce blood pressure.

Minor strokes can result in mild paralysis in the extremities.

The risk of death from coronary heart disease decreases as total physical activity energy expenditure increases from 500 to ________ kilocalories per week.

One of the reasons that hypertension is a health risk is that chronic high blood pressure may damage the interior of blood vessels.

What is the recommended minimum level of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise to reduce the risk of CHD?

CHD risk factors are classified as either major or contributory risk factors. Briefly explain the differences between these two categories of risk factors.

A cardiovascular disease is any disease that affects the heart or the brain.

________ is a disease that increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease.

Up to age 55, men have a greater risk of developing CHD and stroke than women.

________ is known as "the silent killer."

Jesse has recently been diagnosed with moderately high blood pressure. His doctor suggests that he first try to modify some behaviors instead of beginning blood pressure medication right away. Which is the best change Jesse can make to start to reduce his blood pressure?

Explain the effects of long-term chronic high blood pressure on the blood vessels and the heart.

High blood levels of HDL cholesterol reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

High sodium intake is not considered to be a factor in the development of high blood pressure.

Which blood test is used to identify chronic inflammation in the body that indicates an increased risk for cardiovascular disease?

What is the daily requirement of sodium for most people?

The number-one cause of death globally is

Regular exercise has been shown to improve blood ________ profiles in most people.

Which of the following is not a common sign of a heart attack?

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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

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Exam 10: Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Which of the following major risk factors for cardiovascular disease cannot be modified by behavior?

High levels of stress reduce blood pressure.

Minor strokes can result in mild paralysis in the extremities.

The risk of death from coronary heart disease decreases as total physical activity energy expenditure increases from 500 to ________ kilocalories per week.

One of the reasons that hypertension is a health risk is that chronic high blood pressure may damage the interior of blood vessels.

What is the recommended minimum level of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise to reduce the risk of CHD?

CHD risk factors are classified as either major or contributory risk factors. Briefly explain the differences between these two categories of risk factors.

A cardiovascular disease is any disease that affects the heart or the brain.

________ is a disease that increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease.

Up to age 55, men have a greater risk of developing CHD and stroke than women.

________ is known as "the silent killer."

Jesse has recently been diagnosed with moderately high blood pressure. His doctor suggests that he first try to modify some behaviors instead of beginning blood pressure medication right away. Which is the best change Jesse can make to start to reduce his blood pressure?

Explain the effects of long-term chronic high blood pressure on the blood vessels and the heart.

High blood levels of HDL cholesterol reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

High sodium intake is not considered to be a factor in the development of high blood pressure.

Which blood test is used to identify chronic inflammation in the body that indicates an increased risk for cardiovascular disease?

What is the daily requirement of sodium for most people?

The number-one cause of death globally is

Regular exercise has been shown to improve blood ________ profiles in most people.

Which of the following is not a common sign of a heart attack?

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

Filters