Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis Include Factors That Can Raise the Levels

question 12

Multiple Choice

Risk factors for atherosclerosis include factors that can raise the levels of blood cholesterol, such as

• A) obesity, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle.
• B) regular exercise and a high-fat diet.
• C) dieting and REM sleep.
• D) sedentary lifestyle, low-fat diet.
• E) maintaining homeostatic blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Analogy

A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a chemical synapse from one neuron (nerve cell) to another 'target' neuron, muscle cell, or gland cell.

Receptor Site

A specific location on a cell membrane or within a cell where molecules such as hormones, neurotransmitters, or drugs can bind to elicit a physiological response.

Excitatory

Referring to signals or substances that increase the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential.