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

physical activity

obesity

diabetes

tobacco use

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?

Trouble walking or speaking

Paralysis on one side of the body

Numbness on one side of the body

Paralysis or numbness in both sides of the body

Once a person has been diagnosed with diabetes, what is the single greatest health threat they will face?

arthritis

cardiovascular disease

obesity

cancer

What distinguishes high blood pressure from conditions such as arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis?

Arteriosclerosis and atherosclerosis can't be treated with medication.

High blood pressure is identified by chest pain.

High blood pressure can't be treated with medication.

High blood pressure doesn't always have symptoms.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a stroke?

Trouble walking or speaking

Paralysis on one side of the body

Numbness on one side of the body

Paralysis or numbness in both sides of the body

Stress is a factor that contributes to heart disease risk.

Hypertension is called "the silent killer" because __________.

it kills people while they sleep

there is no treatment for it

it generally has no symptoms

if affects the voice box first

Angioplasty is the most typical treatment for arteriosclerosis.

What distinguishes atherosclerosis from arteriosclerosis?

Arteriosclerosis can lead to blood clots.

Atherosclerosis is characterized by plaque buildup.

Arteriosclerosis results in inefficient blood flow.

Atherosclerosis is a general term for artery hardening.

The most important step for preventing cardiovascular disease is to live a healthy lifestyle.

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