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Which symptom is NOT associated with endocarditis?
Which symptom is NOT associated with endocarditis?
- Shortness of breath
- Blood in urine
- Chest pain (correct)
- Fatigue
What is a consequence of right-sided heart failure?
What is a consequence of right-sided heart failure?
- Decreased cardiac output
- Pulmonary congestion
- Edema in extremities (correct)
- Increased heart rate
Which condition is primarily caused by the accumulation of LDL in the coronary arteries?
Which condition is primarily caused by the accumulation of LDL in the coronary arteries?
- Myocardial Infarction
- Dilated cardiomyopathy
- Atherosclerosis (correct)
- Congestive Heart Failure
During which stage of myocardial infarction is necrosis of the myocardium most likely to occur?
During which stage of myocardial infarction is necrosis of the myocardium most likely to occur?
What happens to the myocardium after a myocardial infarction?
What happens to the myocardium after a myocardial infarction?
Which intervention is NOT typically a treatment option for atherosclerosis?
Which intervention is NOT typically a treatment option for atherosclerosis?
What physiological change is observed with age that affects the heart?
What physiological change is observed with age that affects the heart?
Which condition is characterized by the decline in cardiac reserve?
Which condition is characterized by the decline in cardiac reserve?
What symptom would likely indicate the need for medical evaluation in a patient with suspected heart issues?
What symptom would likely indicate the need for medical evaluation in a patient with suspected heart issues?
In which scenario would an increased blood pressure in the aorta contribute to heart failure?
In which scenario would an increased blood pressure in the aorta contribute to heart failure?
What is a primary cause of endocarditis?
What is a primary cause of endocarditis?
Which of the following can introduce bacteria into the bloodstream leading to endocarditis?
Which of the following can introduce bacteria into the bloodstream leading to endocarditis?
What condition is most likely to lead to the development of endocarditis?
What condition is most likely to lead to the development of endocarditis?
Why do bacteria tend to settle on the heart valves in endocarditis?
Why do bacteria tend to settle on the heart valves in endocarditis?
What role does the immune system generally play with respect to bacteria in the bloodstream?
What role does the immune system generally play with respect to bacteria in the bloodstream?
Which of these is NOT typically a means by which microorganisms can enter the bloodstream?
Which of these is NOT typically a means by which microorganisms can enter the bloodstream?
What is one reason why microorganisms may not always cause an infection after entering the bloodstream?
What is one reason why microorganisms may not always cause an infection after entering the bloodstream?
What type of microorganisms can cause endocarditis?
What type of microorganisms can cause endocarditis?
How might bacteria gain entry into the bloodstream through common activities?
How might bacteria gain entry into the bloodstream through common activities?
Which structure provides a suitable environment for bacteria to attach in cases of endocarditis?
Which structure provides a suitable environment for bacteria to attach in cases of endocarditis?
Flashcards
What regulates cardiac output?
What regulates cardiac output?
Factors that influence the amount of blood pumped by the heart per minute.
What is endocarditis?
What is endocarditis?
An infection of the inner lining of the heart, often affecting the heart valves.
How does endocarditis develop?
How does endocarditis develop?
Microorganisms, usually bacteria, enter the bloodstream and settle on damaged heart tissue.
What makes individuals more susceptible to endocarditis?
What makes individuals more susceptible to endocarditis?
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What are common symptoms of endocarditis?
What are common symptoms of endocarditis?
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What are less common symptoms of endocarditis?
What are less common symptoms of endocarditis?
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What are the age-related changes in the heart?
What are the age-related changes in the heart?
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What is congestive heart failure (CHF)?
What is congestive heart failure (CHF)?
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What are some causes of CHF?
What are some causes of CHF?
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What happens in right-sided heart failure?
What happens in right-sided heart failure?
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What are the long-term consequences of right-sided heart failure?
What are the long-term consequences of right-sided heart failure?
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What are the primary treatments for right-sided heart failure?
What are the primary treatments for right-sided heart failure?
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What is atherosclerosis (CAD)?
What is atherosclerosis (CAD)?
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What causes atherosclerosis?
What causes atherosclerosis?
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What are some treatments for atherosclerosis?
What are some treatments for atherosclerosis?
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What is ischemia?
What is ischemia?
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What is angina pectoris?
What is angina pectoris?
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What is a myocardial infarction (MI)?
What is a myocardial infarction (MI)?
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How does damaged heart muscle repair itself?
How does damaged heart muscle repair itself?
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What determines the severity of an MI?
What determines the severity of an MI?
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Study Notes
Factors Affecting Cardiac Output
- Cardiac output is regulated by various factors.
Endocarditis
- Endocarditis arises when microorganisms enter the bloodstream and lodge on abnormal heart valves or damaged heart tissue.
- Bacteria are the most common cause, but fungi, viruses, or other microorganisms can also trigger the condition.
- Endocarditis often occurs in individuals with pre-existing heart valve diseases or damaged heart tissues, creating a rough surface for bacteria to adhere and multiply.
Endocarditis Symptoms
- Common symptoms include fever, chills, weakness, fatigue, joint and muscle aches, night sweats, shortness of breath, paleness and weight loss.
- Other symptoms include unexplained swelling in the feet, legs, or abdomen, blood in the urine, a new heart murmur, and tenderness in the spleen.
Age-Related Cardiac Changes
- Age-related changes in the heart include:
- Sclerosis and thickening of valve flaps
- Decline in cardiac reserve
- Fibrosis of cardiac muscle
- Atherosclerosis
Congestive Heart Failure
- Congestive heart failure (CHF) can be caused by various factors:
- Coronary atherosclerosis
- Increased blood pressure in the aorta
- Successive myocardial infarcts
- Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Congestive Heart Failure - Right Side Failure
- Right-sided heart failure leads to peripheral congestion as blood cannot return from the body to the right atrium, causing edema in the extremities.
- Over time, the strain on the healthy side of the heart weakens the myocardium, eventually requiring a heart transplant.
- Treatments focus on lowering blood volume, reducing exertion, and lowering blood pressure.
Atherosclerosis (CAD)
- Atherosclerosis is caused by the blockage of coronary arteries due to the deposition of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) following tissue insult to the tunica interna.
- Treatment options for stenosis include balloon angioplasty, stent insertion, and coronary bypass surgery.
Myocardial Infarction
- Ischemia (blood restriction) is caused by stenosis resulting from atherosclerosis.
- Angina pectoris (chest pain) can be an indicator of a transient ischemic attack (TIA).
- Myocardial infarction (MI) involves the death of heart muscle tissue due to prolonged ischemia caused by stenosis.
- Myocardial tissue is amitotic and cannot repair itself; instead, scar tissue forms.
- The severity of an MI depends on the location and extent of damage.
- Treatment includes addressing stenosis, using vasodilators, beta-blockers, and, in severe cases, heart transplant or a left ventricular assist device (LVAD).
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This quiz explores the factors affecting cardiac output, including age-related changes in the heart and the implications of endocarditis. Discover how microorganisms contribute to heart valve issues and the common symptoms associated with this condition. Test your knowledge on the human heart's functionality and diseases that compromise its health.
