An example of a major modifiable cardiovascular risk factor is
a. stress. c. diet.
b. race. d. family history.
C
Risk factors for cardiovascular disease are categorized as fixed, major modifiable, and minor modifiable. Fixed risk factors cannot be altered (e.g., age, gender, race, family history). Major modifiable risk factors can be reduced significantly (e.g., hypertension, use of tobacco, diet, exercise). Minor modifiable risk factors can be reduced to a lesser degree (e.g., stress, obesity).
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