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What are three non-modifiable conditions that place someone at increased risk for the development of coronary artery disease?
The correct answer is A. Advanced age, gender, family history. Non-modifiable coronary artery disease risk factors are those a person cannot change, and advanced age, biological sex (gender), and family history are the three classic examples.
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What are three non-modifiable conditions that place someone at increased risk for the development of coronary artery disease?
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- AAdvanced age, gender, family history
- BFamily history, obesity, diabetes mellitus
- CGender, family history, dyslipidemia
- DPost-menopausal status, excessive alcohol consumption, advanced age
How the community answered
(57 responses)- A72% (41)
- B16% (9)
- C9% (5)
- D4% (2)
Why each option
Non-modifiable coronary artery disease risk factors are those a person cannot change, and advanced age, biological sex (gender), and family history are the three classic examples.
Advanced age is non-modifiable because cardiovascular risk increases inherently with aging due to cumulative arterial changes. Gender is non-modifiable as biological sex influences hormonal profiles and CAD susceptibility. Family history reflects genetic predisposition, which cannot be altered, making all three factors entirely outside an individual's control.
Obesity and diabetes mellitus are both modifiable risk factors because they can be managed or reduced through lifestyle changes, diet, exercise, and medical treatment.
Dyslipidemia is a modifiable risk factor because abnormal lipid levels can be addressed through dietary changes, exercise, and pharmacological intervention such as statins.
Excessive alcohol consumption is a modifiable behavioral risk factor, as individuals can reduce or eliminate alcohol intake to lower cardiovascular risk.
Concept tested: Non-modifiable coronary artery disease risk factors
Source: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/heart-attack/understand-your-risks-to-prevent-a-heart-attack
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