31 Questions
What is perfusion?
The passage of fluid through the blood vessels to an organ or tissue
Which type of heart disease is sometimes called coronary heart disease?
Coronary artery disease
What happens during a heart attack?
A part of the heart muscle doesn't get enough blood
Which condition refers to problems with blood flow and blood vessels in the brain?
Cerebrovascular disease
What is peripheral vascular disease (PVD)?
Narrowing, blockage, or spasms in blood vessels outside of the heart
What causes myocardial infarction?
A part of the heart muscle not getting enough blood
What is the main cause of a heart attack?
A blockage in one or more of the heart's arteries
What is atherosclerosis?
The buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls
What is the actual cause of a heart attack?
Formation of a blood clot due to a plaque rupture
What is the effect of irreversible damage due to a heart attack?
The affected heart muscle stops working properly
Who is at risk for a heart attack due to inherited factors?
People with low levels of HDL cholesterol
What are the common risk factors for a heart attack?
Smoking, high stress, and excessive alcohol consumption
What role does LDL cholesterol play in heart disease?
It raises the risk for heart disease and stroke
What is the role of HDL cholesterol in the body?
Absorbs cholesterol and carries it back to the liver
What is the main function of high levels of HDL cholesterol?
To absorb cholesterol and carry it back to the liver
What can individuals do to reduce their risk of a heart attack?
Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet
What is the main function of the heart?
To move blood throughout the body
Where does blood cell production occur?
In the bone marrow
What is the role of the lymph system?
To carry fluids from interstitial spaces to the blood
What is the study of blood and blood-forming tissue called?
Hematology
Which organ has the function of producing red blood cells during fetal development?
Spleen
What does the vasculature do?
Carries blood connecting the heart with all other organs and tissues in the body
What is the primary function of erythrocytes?
Assisting in maintaining acid-base balance
Which blood component is composed primarily of water but also contains proteins, electrolytes, gases, and nutrients?
Plasma
What is the primary function of thrombocytes (platelets)?
Initiating the clotting process
Which type of blood cell forms the basis of the cellular and humoral immune response?
Lymphocytes
Which component of blood helps maintain oncotic pressure in the blood?
Albumin
What is the term for plasma minus its clotting factors?
Serum
What is the normal hemoglobin level range for men?
$14.0 gm/dL to 17.5 gm/dL$
Where are antibodies (immunoglobulins) primarily produced?
Plasma cells
What is the primary function of granulocytes?
$Phagocytosis$
Test your knowledge on cardiovascular diseases with a focus on perfusion and common types such as coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, and peripheral artery disease. Understand the passage of fluid through blood vessels and the impact of these diseases on the body.
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