A 55-year-old Aboriginal woman living in a rural community has multiple cardiovascular risk factors including hypertension, smoking and a family histo...

Question

A 55-year-old Aboriginal woman living in a rural community has multiple cardiovascular risk factors including hypertension, smoking and a family history of premature myocardial infarction. According to the National Guide, how often should absolute CVD risk assessment generally be performed in Aboriginal adults at high risk?

Accepted Answer

Every 1-2 years

Answer

Once at age 45 only

Answer

Every 5 years

Answer

Only if symptoms develop

Answer

Cardiovascular risk assessment is not recommended in Aboriginal adults

au-racgp MCQ (SBA): Cardiovascular risk screening frequency in Aboriginal adults