Cardiovascular Disease.

First, summarize what you have read, including any outside research conducted on the topic in addition to assigned readings. Next, you will provide your reaction to the literature and current application of the science in practice, either clinical (management) or community based (prevention or management). Make sure you have critically evaluated the literature and consider any differences found in guidelines across countries or regions. Lastly, after the reaction component, you should conclude the paper by discussing how this information will help you in your current or future practice in the field of nutrition.

References should be included, citing both in text and at the end of your discussion post. Please use AMA format for all citations.

  1. Student has provided a very detailed summary of the NCD selected. Significant detail is included to support the summary.
  2. Student has provided a reaction of excellent quality on the literature reviewed for the selected NCD: -Clearly stated reaction to the literature cited -Discussion is focused on nutrition and the NCD selected -Demonstrates ability to critically evaluate the sources used and their relevance to the topic -Includes comments on the application of guidelines in management and/or prevention of the selected NCD -Highlights similarities/differences in practice between US and other countries

Cardiovascular disease

 

 

 

 

 

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death in the U. S. One reason is the lack of commitment to heart-healthy lifestyle. Your lifestyle is not only your best defense against heart disease, it’s also your responsibility.

Follow the instructions below, then click the link above to submit the assignment.

Written Research Assignment

Research and discuss the causes of cardiovascular disease and its relationship to diet and exercise. Compare and analyze your own personal wellness data (Portfolio Lab assignments) to determine your risk of the disease and form a conclusion as to what changes you can make to decrease your risk. Finally, share information with others in order to encourage healthy behaviors within the community.

 

Cardiovascular Disease

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of deaths in the United States, equating to about 1 in every 4 deaths. In 2018, the CDC published updated best practice strategies to help decrease cardiovascular disease risks.

Initial Post

View Best Practices for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Programs.
On this website, select one of the best practice strategies. Within each practice strategy, you will find three tabs: evidence of effectiveness, evidence of impact, and implementation considerations. In your initial post, use these key categories to address the following question:
How effective is this practice?
What kind of impact does this practice have?
What are the top considerations in implementing this strategy in your community?
Be sure to support your positions with APA formatted in-text citations and references from the assigned resource.

Reply Post

In your reply post, share whether the practice you researched is more or less effective, impactful, and implementable than the one your peer shared. Support your position with the assigned resource, as well as your observations in your community