Cardiovascular Disorders & Diagnostic Methods
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What is the main purpose of evaluating various investigative methods in cardiovascular disorders?

  • To reduce the number of available treatment options
  • To confuse patients with numerous tests
  • To aid the diagnostic decision making process (correct)
  • To increase the cost of patient management options

    • Which condition is characterized by chronic elevation in arterial pressure?

  • Hypertension (correct)
  • Raynaud's syndrome
  • Deep vein thrombosis
  • Aortic dissection

    • What is the main role of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system in blood pressure regulation?

  • Regulating vessel diameter
  • Causing vasodilation and increased water loss via kidneys
  • Stimulating resorption of salt and water by the kidneys (correct)
  • Stimulating adrenal glands to increase heart rate and contractility

    • What is the most common risk factor for hypertension?

    <p>Genetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In essential hypertension, what are the key environmental factors contributing to its development?

    <p>High salt/alcohol intake and low exercise levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Atrial Natriuretic Peptide aim to do in blood pressure regulation?

    <p>Decrease blood pressure by causing vasodilation and stimulating greater water loss via kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) in blood pressure regulation?

    <p>Stimulating resorption of salt and water by the kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormonal system is mediated by the kidneys and adrenal glands in blood pressure regulation?

    <p>(RAAS) Refresher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the cardiovascular center in the medulla oblongata?

    <p>Stimulate or inhibit cardiac output</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the sympathetic motor neurones innervating smooth muscle in arterioles?

    <p>Enable maintenance of vasoconstricting tone for the tissue being supplied</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of evaluating various medical treatment and patient management options with reference to the cardiovascular system?

    <p>To aid the diagnostic decision making process</p> Signup and view all the answers

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