Cardiovascular Diseases and Risk Factors Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?

Regular exercise
High blood pressure
Adequate sleep
Balanced diet
#2

Which lipid component is often referred to as 'bad' cholesterol?

HDL
LDL
VLDL
Triglycerides
#3

Which of the following blood pressure readings indicates hypertension?

120/80 mmHg
130/90 mmHg
140/100 mmHg
110/70 mmHg
#4

What is the primary function of the coronary arteries?

To regulate blood pressure
To carry oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle
To filter waste products from the blood
To produce red blood cells
#5

Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?

Family history
Age
Smoking
Gender
#6

What is the medical term for high blood pressure?

Hypotension
Hypertension
Tachycardia
Bradycardia
#7

Which of the following conditions is characterized by the accumulation of fatty deposits in the arteries?

Atherosclerosis
Hypertension
Arrhythmia
Heart failure
#8

What is the leading cause of death globally?

HIV/AIDS
Malaria
Cardiovascular diseases
Cancer
#9

Which of the following conditions is characterized by irregular heartbeats?

Myocardial infarction
Atherosclerosis
Arrhythmia
Hypertension
#10

Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?

Obesity
High cholesterol
Age
Physical inactivity
#11

What is the most common type of cardiovascular disease?

Coronary artery disease
Heart failure
Peripheral artery disease
Rheumatic heart disease
#12

Which of the following diagnostic tests is used to measure heart activity through electrodes attached to the skin?

Echocardiogram
Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
Angiogram
Cardiac catheterization
#13

What is the term for the condition in which a blood clot forms and obstructs a blood vessel supplying the heart muscle?

Atherosclerosis
Angina pectoris
Myocardial infarction
Thrombosis
#14

Which of the following is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease (PAD)?

Chest pain
Numbness or weakness in legs
Persistent cough
Excessive thirst
#15

Which of the following lifestyle choices is NOT a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?

Smoking
Obesity
Regular physical activity
High alcohol consumption
#16

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?

Chest pain or discomfort
Nausea or vomiting
Sudden weight gain
Shortness of breath
#17

Which of the following dietary components is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases?

Omega-3 fatty acids
Trans fats
Fiber
Antioxidants
#18

Which of the following conditions results from a deficiency in red blood cells, reducing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood?

Anemia
Leukemia
Lymphoma
Hemophilia
#19

Which of the following is a symptom of heart failure?

Persistent cough
Numbness or weakness in legs
Shortness of breath
Excessive thirst

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