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What is the main function of systole in the cardiac cycle?
What is the main function of systole in the cardiac cycle?
- Sucking blood from the ventricle
- Ejected blood (correct)
- Contraction of the atria
- Relaxation of the heart
What causes peripheral cyanosis?
What causes peripheral cyanosis?
- Desaturation of blood
- Arterial occlusion
- Heart failure
- Peripheral vasoconstriction (correct)
What is the main characteristic of central cyanosis?
What is the main characteristic of central cyanosis?
- Cyanosis due to desaturation of blood
- Cyanosis in lower extremities only
- Generalized body blueness (correct)
- Cyanosis in the lips and fingers only
What is the primary cause of premature atherosclerosis?
What is the primary cause of premature atherosclerosis?
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What can be observed through coronary angiography?
What can be observed through coronary angiography?
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