CHD Flashcards
1
Q
What gender is more likely to get CHD?
A
Male
2
Q
Name 2 dietary causes for CHD
A
Alcohol and too much salt and fat
3
Q
Name 3 lifestyle factors that can cause CHD
A
Smoking, no regular exercise and stress
4
Q
How does CHD actually happen?
A
The arteries clot due to too much ‘bad’ cholesterol (thrombosis) and blood cannot reach the heart
