Cardiovascular Health Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common cause of death worldwide?
A
Ischaemic Heart Disease
2
Q
Tips for encouraging cardiovascular health?
A
Exercise - Exercise helps lower BP, increases High density lipoprotein, prevents osteoporosis, improve glucose tolerance and augment immune function
Avoid Obesity
Moderate Alcohol drinking
3
Q
What is the chief cause for cardiovascular mortality?
A
Hypertension followed by smoking
4
Q
Smoking advice?
A
Do you want to give up smoking? Yes Think positive Set a date -Consider benefits - Combo of smoking and drinking increases chance of mouth cancer by 38 times
