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14 Cards in this Set
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The human heart is about the size of a(n) |
adult fist |
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Which of the following statements is true with regard to atherosclerosis?
A. Males are much more likely to develop it than are women. B.It is characterized by a buildup of substances within the arteries which form plaque. C.It is easily reversed with medication and exercise. D.It starts to develop after the age of 50.
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it is characterized by buildup of substances within the arteries which form plaque |
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An individual would most likely suffer from angina pectoris when |
walking a flight of stairs |
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What is the correct sequence of blood flow as it travels through the heart? |
right atrium, right ventricle, lungs, left atrium, left ventricle aorta. |
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Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of a stroke?
A.Sudden dimness of vision, particularly in one eye B.Sudden jaw pain C.Sudden weakness or numbness of the face D.Sudden unexplained severe headache
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sudden jaw pain |
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Which of the following behaviors would most likely increase the risk of developing cancer?
A.Increasing your BMI by using weight training to build muscle B.Taking a stress management class C.Training and participating in a 10K race D.Eating a high-calorie, high-fat diet
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eating a high-calorie, high-fat diet |
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All of the following are warning signs of melanoma EXCEPT
A.asymmetrical shape. B.a diameter larger than a pea. C.edges that are uneven or scalloped. D.a uniform brown color.
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a uniform brown color |
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An aneurysm in the brain can cause a stroke. |
true |
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The majority of heart arrhythmias result in death. |
false |
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Inflammation may play a role in heart disease development. |
True |
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What percentage of American suffer from some type of cardiovascular disease? |
1/3 |
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Which of the following is behavior that is important in preventing cardiovasuclar disease?
A.Getting regular medical checkups B.Avoiding tobacco C.Having adequate health insurance D.A sedentary lifestyle
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avoiding tabacco |
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Which of the following cholesterol profiles would not indicate an increased risk of coronary heart disease?
A. total cholesterol=200; HDL=40 B.total cholesterol=180; LDL=135 C.total cholesterol=170; HDL=70 D.total cholesterol=170; Triglycerides=160
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total cholesterol=170; HDL=70 |
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The stranger |
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