In the Context of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD),which of the Following

question 57

Multiple Choice

In the context of coronary heart disease (CHD) ,which of the following statements is true about women?

• A)They are less likely to die from a first heart attack than men.
• B)They experience an increased risk of CHD after menopause.
• C)They develop CHD on an average of about 15 years earlier than do men.
• D)They are protected at young ages against CHD due to their lower levels of HDL cholesterol.

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Definitions:

Bipolar I Disorder

Form of bipolar disorder in which the full symptoms of mania are experienced; depressive aspects may be more infrequent or mild.

Mania

State of persistently elevated mood, feelings of grandiosity, overenthusiasm, racing thoughts, rapid speech, and impulsive actions.

Grandiose Self-esteem

An inflated sense of one's own importance, achievements, or talents, often without grounding in reality.

OCD

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a mental health condition characterized by unwanted repetitive thoughts and behaviors.