Coronary Artery Disease and Risk Factors Quiz

What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease?

• Viral infection

• Genetic mutation

• Build-up of fatty plaques

• Bacterial infection

What was the significance of the Framingham Heart Study?

• It proved that heart disease is not preventable.

• It identified risk factors for coronary artery disease.

• It showed that heart disease is caused by bacteria.

• It discovered a new treatment for heart disease.

Which of the following is a non-modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease?

• Physical inactivity

• Age

• High cholesterol

• Smoking

Why do men have a higher risk of coronary artery disease at an earlier age compared to women?

• Men exercise more than women.

• Men have a healthier cholesterol profile.

• Men tend to have a less healthy cholesterol profile.

• Men have higher levels of estrogen.

Which of the following is considered a modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease?

• Age

• Family history

• Ethnicity

• High blood pressure

What is the single most effective action to reduce the risk of coronary artery disease?

• Eating more red meat

• Increasing sugar intake

• Quitting smoking

• Avoiding exercise

How does diabetes contribute to coronary artery disease?

• By causing blood vessel damage through glycosylation

• By reducing cholesterol levels

• By causing direct damage to the heart

• By increasing blood pressure

What lifestyle change can significantly reduce the risk of coronary artery disease?

• Sleeping less

• Reducing water intake

• Avoiding fruits and vegetables

• Increasing physical activity

What effect does cocaine have on coronary arteries?

• It increases blood flow.

• It causes them to vasospasm.

• It strengthens them.

• It reduces plaque formation.

Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor for coronary artery disease?

• High cholesterol

• Smoking

• Age

• Physical inactivity