Cardiovascular Flashcards
1
Q
Describe: Coronary Heart Disease
A
Conditions that directly affect the coronary blood vessels that supply the heart with nutrients and oxygen
2
Q
Approx. how many Australian’s have CHD?
A
3.0% (685,000)
3
Q
CHD: Conventional (Major) Risk Factors
A
Non-modifiable:
1. Advanced age
2. Male, or female post menopause
3. Family history
Modifiable:
1. Dyslipidaemia
2. Hypertension
3. Cigarette smoking
4. Diabetes and insulin resistance
5. Obesity
4
Q
Describe Atherosclerosis
A
Build up of soft deposits of intra-arterial fat and fibrin in the arteries.
Build up is referred to as a plaque
