What Is the Foremost Risk Factor for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

question 9

Multiple Choice

What is the foremost risk factor for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) ?

• A) Holding instruments too tightly
• B) Repetition
• C) Use of vibrating instruments
• D) Cold room temperatures

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Definitions:

Trans Fat

A type of unhealthy fat formed through the industrial process of adding hydrogen to vegetable oil, which can raise bad cholesterol levels and increase heart disease risk.

Unsaturated Fats

A type of dietary fat, found in foods like avocados, nuts, and olive oil, that is considered healthier than saturated fats.

Saturated Fats

Types of fats commonly found in animal products and some plant oils, known to raise levels of LDL cholesterol in the blood, potentially increasing heart disease risk.

Indispensable Amino Acids

Essential amino acids that the human body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained through diet.