cardiovascular disorders Flashcards
1
Q
risk factors for CVDs
A
- men over 45
- women over 55
- family history of CV disease
- first nations, african, or south asian descent
2
Q
modifiable risk factors?
A
- hypertension
- smoking
- dyslipidemia
- diabetes mellitus
- obesity
- excessive ETOH
- physical inactivity
3
Q
target heart damage?
A
- heart disease
- stroke or TIA
- nephropathy
- PAD
