Explain how ethnicity plays a role in the risk for cardiovascular disease.

What will be an ideal response?


Factors include socioeconomic differences, differences in modifiable risk factors, and different levels of salt sensitivity.

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Use the definitions given to complete the crossword puzzles.

![15312|399x354](upload://8srO2C6heEN2zggEinhvibIoTNc.jpeg) ACROSS 2 Inner ear structure shaped like a snail shell 6 The ____________ tube connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx 7 Term meaning “study of hearing” 8 Common name for tympanic membrane DOWN 1 ____________ test evaluates balance and equilibrium 3 Term meaning “eardrum record” 4 Otitis ____________ is also called swimmer’s ear 5 Ringing in the ears

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What is the parasympathetic response in the gastrointestinal tract?

a. Speeds up peristalsis b. Slows down peristalsis c. Decreases salivation d. Decreases gastric contractions

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Cost sharing means that employees must find someone external to their worksite to pay for their health programming

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Generalized stress arousal occurs during the alarm stage of the GAS

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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