Heart disease - Unit 1

Question 1

Describe the distribution of Heart disease.

Answer 1

Mostly in developed countries
MEDC or HIC (1)

Common in north America: USA and Canada. (1)

Common in Europe: UK and Germany. (1)

Also common in South America: Argentina and Oceania: Australia and New Zealand

Comment on most common places.

Question 2

Explain the 5 main causes for heart disease. (LIPSS)

Answer 2

L - Lack of exercise

I - Inheritance

P - Poor diet

S - Stress

S - Smoking

Question 3

Explain the effects/symptoms of heart disease.

Answer 3

• Chest pain
• Heart failure
• Nausea
• Sweating
• Lightheadedness
• Difficulty breathing

Question 4

Name and explain, and comment on the effectiveness of the strategies adapted to manage heart disease. (solutions)

MENTION PROS AND CONS

Answer 4

Healthy diet - reduces pressure on arteries

Free medical checkups - NHS offers

Education - people know how to prevent

Improved tech - such as pacemakers

Stop smoking - smoke chemicals damage heart and blood vessels

Reduced stress - lowers blood pressure

Question 5

Describe factors in the distribution of Heart disease.

Answer 5

Lifestyle - Office workers and little exercise

Diet - Fatty diets, Unhealthy food is cheaper

Affluence - People can afford unhealthy lifestyles and drugs

Medical Care - Spreads Awareness, helps prevent and protect