What factors place an individual at risk for stroke?
What will be an ideal response?
• Non-modifiable:
Gender – female
Ethnicity – African-American; Hispanic
Age (risk doubles each decade after 55)
Genetics
• Modifiable:
Hypertension (highest contribution)
Cardiovascular disease
Diabetes mellitus
Dyslipidemia
Asymptomatic carotid stenosis
Cigarette smoking (second highest contribution)
Alcohol use
Illicit drug use
Dietary intake (third highest contribution)
Use of oral contraceptives
High BMI
Low Physical activity
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What will be an ideal response?
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A. no-soak method B. short-soak method C. overnight soak method D. All of these are correct.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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