#1
Which of the following is a primary risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?
High cholesterol levels
Regular exercise
Consumption of fruits and vegetables
Maintaining a healthy weight
#2
What is the medical term for high blood pressure?
Hypotension
Hypertension
Hemorrhage
Hypoglycemia
#3
What is the main function of the cardiovascular system?
Regulation of body temperature
Transporting oxygen and nutrients to the body's cells
Producing hormones
Digesting food
#4
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a heart attack?
Chest pain or discomfort
Shortness of breath
Numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
Sudden severe headache
#5
Which of the following dietary components is associated with increased cardiovascular risk?
Saturated fats
Omega-3 fatty acids
Fiber
Antioxidants
#6
Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle factor that influences cardiovascular health?
Smoking
Stress
Genetics
Diet
#7
What is the recommended amount of physical activity per week for maintaining cardiovascular health according to WHO?
At least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity 5 days a week
At least 30 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity 3 days a week
At least 60 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity 5 days a week
At least 60 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity 3 days a week
#8
What is the term for the buildup of plaque in the arteries?
Atherosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis
Embolism
Thrombosis
#9
Which of the following is NOT a method for diagnosing cardiovascular diseases?
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
Echocardiogram
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
Angioplasty
#10
Which of the following is NOT a major type of cardiovascular disease?
Heart failure
Atrial fibrillation
Peripheral artery disease
Osteoporosis
#11
Which of the following lipoproteins is known as 'bad cholesterol'?
#12
What is the term for the sudden loss of blood flow to a part of the brain, leading to damage of brain tissue?
Stroke
Ischemia
Hemorrhage
Emboli
#13
Which of the following is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure?
Insulin
Epinephrine
Aldosterone
Glucagon
#14
Which of the following conditions is characterized by irregular heartbeats?
Bradycardia
Tachycardia
Arrhythmia
Angina
#15
Which of the following is a type of heart disease that affects the heart's muscle?
Coronary artery disease
Aortic stenosis
Cardiomyopathy
Arrhythmia