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P 2 CVD
Ch 10- exam 3- cardiovascular disease part 2
Question | Answer |
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Ischemic Stroke | blood clot blocking blood flow to the brain; most common, about 80% of all strokes. |
Hemorrhagic Stroke | ruptured blood vessel in the brain leading to bleeding; less common, about 20% of all strokes. |
What are the early warning signs of a stroke? | sudden numbness, confusion, trouble speaking, vision issues, dizziness, loss of balance, and severe headache. |
Hypertension: | Blood pressure ≥ 140/90 mmHg. |
High Cholesterol: | HDL < 40 mg/dL, LDL cholesterol > 130 mg/dL, or total cholesterol > 200 mg/dL. |
Smoking: | Current smoker or history of smoking within the last 6 months. |
Diabetes: | Fasting blood glucose ≥ 100 mg/dL |
Obesity: | Body Mass Index (BMI) ≥ 30 kg/m². Waist girth of 40 in for women, 35 in for men |
Sedentary Lifestyle: | Not participating in at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise |
Unhealthy Diet: | High intake of saturated fats, trans fats, and sodium. |
Family History: | Immediate family members with CVD. <55 years for father, <65 years for mother |
what are the 8 positive risk factors for CVD? | Age, family history, smoking, sedentary lifestyle, obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, prediabetes |
What is the 1 negative risk factor for CVD? | high HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) |
What is the cut point of high HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) | above 60 mg/dL |
Low Risk Stratification Criteria | No significant risk factors; meets all ACSM guidelines for exercise without restrictions. |
Moderate Risk Stratification Criteria | Presence of 2 or more risk factors |
High Risk Stratification Criteria | Known cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic disease or one or more signs/symptoms |
What is a low-risk person cleared to do? | cleared to participate in both moderate and vigorous physical activities |
What does a low-risk person need a doctor for? | they don't need any medical clearance unless new or unusual symptoms occur |
What is a moderate-risk person cleared to do? | can engage in moderate-intensity activities without clearance but should consult a healthcare provider before vigorous exercise |
what does a moderate-risk person need a doctor for? | needs a doctor's consultation before engaging in vigorous physical activities to ensure it's safe, especially given their risk factors. |
what is a high-risk person cleared to do? | should only participate in physical activities under medical supervision and with specific recommendations from their healthcare provider, given their significant health concerns. |
what does a high-risk person need a doctor for? | detailed evaluation and tailored exercise recommendations |
Age: | ≥ 45 years for women, ≥ 55 years for men |