Question 1

Purpose of Assessment

Accepted Answer

Estimate the 10-year risk of developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Early detection of silent risk factors like high cholesterol. Categorize patients into risk groups to initiate appropriate preventive therapy.

Question 2

Who Should Get Evaluated?

Accepted Answer

Adults aged 40 to 75 years for routine screening. Individuals with diabetes or hypertension. People with a strong family history of early heart disease.

Question 3

Risk Factors Evaluated

Accepted Answer

Age, sex, and race. Total and HDL cholesterol levels. Systolic blood pressure readings. Smoking status and history of diabetes.

Protect Your Heart from ASCVD - ASCVD Risk Categorization and Prevention Program