True/False Questions
1) Hypertension often a sign of underlying atherosclerosis.
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True/False Questions
1) Hypertension is often a sign of underlying atherosclerosis.
2) Hypertension is a disease in which arterial walls accumulate deposits of lipids and scar tissue that impairs blood flow.
3) Primary or essential hypertension, accounting for approximately 45-55% of people, is hereditary.
4) Hypertension contributes to both coronary heart disease and stroke.
5) High blood levels of LDL-cholesterol increase the risk of heart disease.
6) High blood levels of HDL-cholesterol is associated with a low risk for coronary artery disease.
7) Minimizing your intake of unsaturated fatty acids as much as possible will lower your risk of heart disease.
8) Diabetes decreases an individual’s risk for developing heart disease.
9) Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats and increasing physical activity are associated with increased HDL-cholesterol levels.
10) Research indicates eating a diet low in sodium and high in fruits and vegetables has no effect on blood pressure or risk for heart attack and stroke.
