Post-MI lifestyle

Question 1

What are the modifiable risk factors for CVD?

Answer 1

1. Smoking
2. Dyslipidaemia
3. HTN
4. Obesity
5. Excess alcohol
6. Excess salt
7. Lack of exercise
8. Environmental stress

Question 2

What lifestyle advice would you give to someone after an MI?

Answer 2

WAFFLES

Weight - attain or maintain normal BMI
Alcohol - limit consumption to less than 3 or 2 units per day for men and women, respectively
Fruit and veg - 5-8 portions per day
Fat - reduce intake of total and unsaturated fats (offer dietician support)
Low salt - less than 6 grams per day
Exercise - engage in regular aerobic exercise for 30 minutes per day ideally on most days
Smoking: STOP

Question 3

What are problems patients experience while following lifestyle advice?

Answer 3

Patient doesn’t know how to or lacks support

Unaware of benefits or doesn’t believe in benefits

Embarrassment