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Implementation of ATP III Guidelines: Understanding CHD Risk and Treatment Necessities

The ATP III Guidelines outline effective strategies for implementing lifestyle changes and drug treatments for adults at risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). A significant percentage of adults require therapeutic lifestyle changes, with varied treatment needs based on individual risk factors and 10-year risk assessments. Understanding the demographics and categorization of risk is crucial for healthcare providers to tailor interventions. Resources, including risk calculators and patient education materials, support the promotion of healthier lifestyles and better management of cholesterol levels.

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Implementation of ATP III Guidelines: Understanding CHD Risk and Treatment Necessities

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  1. ATP III GuidelinesImplementation

  2. Percent of Adults Who Need Lifestyle and Drug Treatment CHD and CHDRisk Equivalents 12.1 10.510-year risk >20% 2+ Risk Factors 5.5 4.210-year risk 10-20% 2+ Risk Factors 7.4 1.410-year risk <10% 0-1 Risk Factor 7.9 2.4 Total 33% 18.4% Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) Drug 17.6 14.7 15.3 3.8

  3. Number of Adults (Millions) Who Need Lifestyle and Drug Treatment Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC) Drug CHD and CHDRisk Equivalents 24.1 20.710-year risk >20% 2+ Risk Factors 10.9 8.310-year risk 10–20% 2+ Risk Factors 14.6 2.810-year risk <10% 0–1 Risk Factor 15.6 4.7 Total 65.3M 36.5M 35 29 30.2 7.5

  4. NCEP Resources to Foster ATP III Implementation Professional • Executive Summary • ATP III At-A-Glance: Quick Desk Reference • Web-based and electronic tools: • Palm OS interactive tool—for use at point of care • 10-year risk calculator • PowerPoint slide set—for teaching

  5. NCEP Resources to Foster ATP III Implementation (continued) Patient • “Live Healthier, Live Longer” Web site • “High Blood Cholesterol: What You Need to Know”—patient brochure • 10-year risk calculator

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