Which of the Following Statements Regarding Cardiovascular Health and Diabetes

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding cardiovascular health and diabetes is FALSE?

• A) People with diabetes are two to four times more likely than people without diabetes to develop cardiovascular disease.
• B) Blood vessels in diabetics are particularly susceptible to atherosclerosis.
• C) Atherosclerosis occurs at an earlier age and is more extensive in diabetics.
• D) People with diabetes are less likely to have "silent" heart attacks.

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