KINE 1238, Chap. 10, Coach C, Garcia
________ is known as "the silent killer."
Hypertension
Which of the following is not a common sign of a heart attack?
chills and fever
When the vessels that supply the heart are blocked due to plaque, the condition is termed
coronary heart disease (CHD).
Coronary artery disease results when atherosclerotic plaque forms a blockage of one or more coronary arteries.
True
Diabetes results in elevated blood glucose levels.
True
What is the daily requirement of sodium for most people?
1500 mg
Which blood test is used to identify chronic inflammation in the body that indicates an increased risk for cardiovascular disease?
C-reactive Protein
If you experience heart attack symptoms for two minutes or more, what should you do?
Call 911 or local emergency medical service.
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.
False
Physical inactivity is considered a contributory risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
False
The diastolic blood pressure is the pressure when the heart contracts.
False
A diet that restricts ________ and cholesterol is recommended for prevention of heart disease.
Saturated fats
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?
Stop eating fast food for lunch.
Which of the following is not considered a cardiovascular disease?
diabetes
Chest pain due to a reduction in blood flow to the heart is called
angina pectoris.
A series of irregular heartbeats is known as
arrhythmia.
Stroke is due to a blockage of
blood flow to the brain.
A cardiovascular disease is any disease that affects the heart or the brain.
True
Children of parents with CHD are more likely to develop the disease than are children of parents who do not have CHD.
True
High sodium intake is not considered to be a factor in the development of high blood pressure.
True
Hypertension is considered to be both a disease and a risk factor for the development of heart disease.
True
Research has shown that additional heart health benefits occur as an individual's level of physical activity increases.
True
The distribution of fat on the body influences the risk of development of heart disease.
True
Uncomfortable pressure in the chest, dizziness, and arm pain are symptoms of a heart attack.
True
The number-one cause of death globally is
cardiovascular disease.
Regular exercise has been shown to improve blood ________ profiles in most people.
lipid
Which of the following factors is considered to be a major risk factor for heart disease?
smoking
Which of the following are considered contributory risk factors for CHD?
stress and overconsumption of alcohol
The American Heart Association estimates that approximately one in ________ people suffers from hypertension.
three
________ is a disease that increases a person's risk of cardiovascular disease.
Diabetes mellitus
About 25% of people with diabetes die of some form of cardiovascular disease.
False
Blood cholesterol levels >240 mg/dl are considered to represent a low risk of developing coronary heart disease.
False
High levels of stress reduce blood pressure.
False
High sodium intake is not considered to be a factor in the development of high blood pressure.
False
A healthy diet that reduces ________ intake can help lower blood pressure.
Sodium
