Evaluation of Cardiac Risk and Subject Response to Ameliorative Efforts.
Abstract
A group of mid-level military and civilian personnel attending a senior service school was provided the opportunity to participate in a cardiac risk evaluation program. Following the evaluation, each participant was provided an individual 'Prescription for Health' suggesting methods for reducing factors with excessive risk through life-style alterations. The risk factors assessed included family cardiac history, obesity, smoking, pulmonary function, blood pressure, blood lipids, and physical fitness. The assessment was conducted in three stages: historical review of medical records and by questionnaire, blood chemistry and enzyme screen, physical examination and indirect determination of aerobic power. A follow-on survey was distributed to the student body and faculty three years following the initial cardiac risk assessment. Both program participants and non-participants were requested to complete and return the survey form. The survey evaluated the individual's perception of his current health, life-style changes which may alter cardiac risk, and factors influencing the individual's decision to reduce or ignore risk.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA041801
Entities
People
- Roy L. Dehart
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory