Podcast
Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App
Questions and Answers
What is the main pathophysiology of Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) according to the text?
What is the main pathophysiology of Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) according to the text?
- An imbalance between coronary blood flow and oxygen consumption (correct)
- Cardiovascular examination is always abnormal
- An increase in HDL predisposing to atherosclerosis
- Primarily due to coronary vasodilation resulting in decreased blood flow
Which factor can cause a regional reduction in myocardial blood flow leading to inadequate perfusion of the myocardium?
Which factor can cause a regional reduction in myocardial blood flow leading to inadequate perfusion of the myocardium?
- Higher myocardial wall stress (correct)
- A decrease in heart rate
- A decrease in HDL
- An increase in coronary vasodilation
What is the most common symptom of Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) according to the text?
What is the most common symptom of Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD) according to the text?
- Shortness of breath
- Palpitations
- Dizziness
- Angina Pectoris (correct)
How does an increase in heart rate relate to myocardial demand in relation to blood supply?
How does an increase in heart rate relate to myocardial demand in relation to blood supply?
Signup and view all the answers
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
