With Regard to Serum Cholesterol Levels and Risk of Heart

question 9

Multiple Choice

With regard to serum cholesterol levels and risk of heart disease among middle-aged people, research suggests that​

• A) ​cholesterol level may not be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
• B) ​total cholesterol to HDL ratio may be more important than total cholesterol.
• C) ​low-density lipoproteins may protect people against cardiovascular disease.
• D) ​maintaining a high ratio of total cholesterol to HDL is most desirable.

Understand the concept and implications of acculturative stress.

Identify various forms and sources of stress, including racial discrimination and daily hassles.

Recognize physiological responses to stress, including the role of cortisol and the fight-or-flight mechanism.

Distinguish between stressors and stress reactions.

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Definitions:

Hierarchy of Needs

A theory proposed by Abraham Maslow suggesting that people are motivated to fulfill basic needs before moving on to other, more advanced needs.

Sandwich Generation

A generation of people responsible for bringing up their own children and for the care of their aging parents.

Skipped Generation

Skipped generation refers to family situations where grandparents are the primary caregivers for their grandchildren, often due to the absence or incapacity of the parents.

Long-Term Romantic Partners

Individuals involved in a sustained romantic relationship characterized by emotional and often legal ties.