A Patient Wants to Know What Causes Atherosclerosis

question 43

Multiple Choice

A patient wants to know what causes atherosclerosis.How should the nurse respond? In general,atherosclerosis is caused by:

• A) High serum cholesterol levels
• B) Endothelial injury and inflammation
• C) An increase in antithrombotic substances
• D) Congenital heart disease

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Definitions:

Cancellation

The act of formally terminating or calling off a previously arranged event, agreement, or policy.

Destruction

The act of causing so much damage to something that it is beyond repair or no longer exists.

Obligation

A duty or commitment to act or perform in a certain way, often legally or socially binding.

Material Alteration

A significant change that modifies the nature or terms of a document or agreement, potentially affecting its legal obligations or rights.