Which of the Following Is NOT Considered a Modifiable Risk

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a modifiable risk factor for coronary heart disease?

• A) Stress
• B) Gender
• C) Obesity
• D) Diet

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Definitions:

Cystic Fibrosis

A genetic disorder affecting the lungs and digestive system, characterized by thick, sticky mucus that can lead to severe respiratory and digestive problems.

Tay-Sachs Disease

A genetic disorder characterized by the absence of a specific enzyme, resulting in the accumulation of fats in nerve cells, leading to death in early childhood.

Hemophilia A

A genetic disorder caused by missing or defective Factor VIII, a clotting protein, leading to prolonged bleeding after injury.

Hemoglobin Molecules

Oxygen-carrying proteins located in red blood cells, consisting of four subunits, each containing an iron atom that binds oxygen, allowing blood to transport oxygen throughout the body.