The Framingham Risk Score is used to calculate the 10-year risk of major cardiovascular events. The score is based on which set of variables?
- A BMI, waist circumference, LDL, triglycerides, and family history
- B CRP, homocysteine, Lp(a), and fibrinogen levels
- C Age, sex, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, systolic BP, smoking status, and diabetes ✓
- D Exercise capacity, diet score, sleep duration, and stress level
Correct answer: C. Age, sex, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, systolic BP, smoking status, and diabetes
Explanation
The Framingham Risk Score uses: age, sex, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, systolic blood pressure (treated vs. untreated), smoking status, and diabetes to calculate the 10-year risk of cardiovascular disease. The score stratifies patients into low (<10%), intermediate (10-20%), and high (>20%) 10-year risk categories, guiding primary prevention decisions (lipid-lowering therapy, aspirin, blood pressure targets).
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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