Date of Defense

4-1995

Department

Nursing

First Advisor

Dr. Robert Bensley

Second Advisor

Dr. Marianne Frauenknecht

Abstract

In the United States, heart disease is currently the number one cause of death in the adult population (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1991). Unlike many of the major causes of death, heart disease is largely preventable through changes in health related behaviors. Although a portion of heart disease risk is attributed to genetics, the primary cause of heart disease development lies in the eating habits, exercise behaviors, and smoking habits of the individual.

Access Setting

Honors Thesis-Open Access

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Nursing Commons

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