Cardiovascular Diseases Answers

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Hypertension is called "the silent killer" because __________.

A
it kills people while they sleep
B
there is no treatment for it
C
it generally has no symptoms
D
if affects the voice box first
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Which of the following is NOT a treatment for high blood pressure?

A
an LDL-rich diet
B
a healthy diet
C
blood thinners
D
aerobic exercise
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High levels of cholesterol can first lead directly to __________.

A
strokes
B
arteriosclerosis
C
heart attacks
D
heart failure
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A myocardial infarction is a heart attack.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is NOT a treatment for high blood pressure?

A
an LDL-rich diet
B
a healthy diet
C
blood thinners
D
aerobic exercise
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What distinguishes atherosclerosis from arteriosclerosis?

A
Arteriosclerosis can lead to blood clots.
B
Atherosclerosis is characterized by plaque buildup.
C
Arteriosclerosis results in inefficient blood flow.
D
Atherosclerosis is a general term for artery hardening.
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The failure to deliver blood to the heart due to a narrowing of arteries results in __________.

A
atherosclerosis
B
a stroke
C
coronary heart disease
D
hypertension
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Two hours of moderate exercise every week can reduce the risk of developing heart disease by 30%.

A
T
B
F
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High levels of cholesterol can first lead directly to __________.

A
strokes
B
arteriosclerosis
C
heart attacks
D
heart failure
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What distinguishes high blood pressure from conditions such as arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis?

A
Arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis can't be treated with medication.
B
High blood pressure is identified by chest pain.
C
High blood pressure can't be treated with medication.
D
High blood pressure doesn't always have symptoms.
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High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a type of cardiovascular disease. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F

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