First Heart Attack Risk Test
This test will help you figure your risk of a first heart attack. Fill
in your points for each risk factor. Then total them to find out your risk.
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|
Age
|
Points
|
| Less than 35 |
0 points |
| 35 to 39 |
I point |
| 40 to 48 |
2 points |
| 49 to 53 |
3points |
| 54+ |
4points |
Women
|
Age
|
Points
|
| Less than 42 |
0 points |
| 42 to 44 |
I point |
| 45 to 54 |
2 points |
| 55 to 73 |
3points |
| 74+ |
4points |
Family History
Add 2 points if the following is true. My family has a history of heart disease or heart attacks before
the age of 60.
Inactive Lifestyle
Add 1 point of the following is true. I rarely exercise or do anything physically
demanding.
Weight
Add 1 point if the following is true. I'm more than 20 Ibs. over my ideal weight.
Smoking
Add 1 point if you're a smoker.
Diabetic
Add I point if you are a male Diabetic, 2 points if you are a female Diabetic
Total Cholesterol Level
|
Cholesterol Level
|
Points
|
| Less than 240 mg/dL |
0 points |
| 240 to 315 mg/dL |
1 point |
| More than 315 mg/dL |
2 points. |
HDL Level (good cholesterol)
|
Cholesterol Level
|
Points
|
| 39 to 59mg/dL |
0 points |
| 30 to 38mg/dL |
I point |
| Under 30 mg/dL |
2 points |
| Over 60 mg/dL |
-1 point |
Blood Pressure
I don't take blood pressure medication; my blood pressure is:
(Use
your top or higher blood pressure number)
|
Pressure
|
Points
|
| Less than 140 mmHg |
0 points |
| 140-170 mmHg |
I point |
| Greater than 170 mmHg |
2points |
If you DO take blood pressure medicine, add 1 point
Total Points
If you scored 4 points or more...
you could be at above average risk of a first heart attack compared to the general adult
population.
The more points you score, the higher your risk.
Use this test as a general guide. If you have already had a heart attack or have
heart disease, your heart attack risk is significantly higher. Only your doctor can evaluate your risk and
recommend treatment plans to reduce your risk. If you don't know your cholesterol level or blood
pressure, ask your doctor if your levels should be checked.
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