List and discuss the modifiable risk factors that contribute to chronic diseases.
This work of SCI 162 Week 5 Discussion Questions shows the solutions to the following problems:
1. List and discuss the modifiable risk factors that contribute to chronic diseases. How can these factors be modified?2. List and discuss the non-modifiable risk factors that contribute to chronic diseases. Why is it important for individuals to know their family history in relation to non-modifiable risk factors?3. Complete either the cardiovascular risk assessment or the cancer risk assessment inthe textbook on pp. 380-382. Discuss a plan for reducing risk factors. Note: you do not haveto discuss your personal results.4. Identify and discuss the warning signs of a heart attack (refer to p. 356 in textbook).Why is it important to know the warning signs of a heart attack?