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What term is used to describe an abnormal heart rhythm that is too slow?
What term is used to describe an abnormal heart rhythm that is too slow?
- Atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia (correct)
- Tachycardia
- Ventricular fibrillation
What is the term for high blood pressure without any known cause?
What is the term for high blood pressure without any known cause?
- Hypotension
- Essential hypertension (correct)
- Secondary hypertension
- Hypertensive heart disease
Which condition is characterized by an irregular heartbeat?
Which condition is characterized by an irregular heartbeat?
- Ventricular fibrillation
- A flutter
- Atrial fibrillation (correct)
- Tachycardia
What might a murmur indicate when heard on auscultation of the carotid artery?
What might a murmur indicate when heard on auscultation of the carotid artery?
What lifestyle factors are mentioned as potential causes of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
What lifestyle factors are mentioned as potential causes of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?