There are several risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD). For each risk factor listed, mark whether it is nonmodifiable or modifiable
a. Age
b. Smoking
c. Family history of CAD
d. Obesity
e. Physical inactivity
f. Gender
g. Hypertension
h. Diabetes mellitus
i. Hyperlipidemia
j. Ethnic background
k. Stress
l. Excessive alcohol use
• Nonmodifiable risk factors: a. Age; c. Family history of CAD; f. Gender; j. Ethnic background. These
are personal characteristics that cannot be altered or controlled.
• Modifiable risk factors: b. Smoking; d. Obesity; e. Physical inactivity; g. Hypertension; h. Diabetes
mellitus; i. Hyperlipidemia; k. Stress; l. Excessive alcohol use. These are lifestyle choices that can be
controlled or altered by the patient.
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