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Which chamber of the heart has to work harder in coarctation of the aorta?
Which chamber of the heart has to work harder in coarctation of the aorta?
- Left atrium
- Right atrium
- Left ventricle (correct)
- Right ventricle
Which body system is impaired due to the lack of space caused by coarctation of the aorta?
Which body system is impaired due to the lack of space caused by coarctation of the aorta?
- Nervous system
- Respiratory system (correct)
- Digestive system
- Circulatory system
What happens to the heart muscles in coarctation of the aorta?
What happens to the heart muscles in coarctation of the aorta?
- They become blocked
- They become weaker
- They become enlarged (correct)
- They become smaller
What happens to the blood pressure in the upper body in coarctation of the aorta?
What happens to the blood pressure in the upper body in coarctation of the aorta?
What is the effect of coarctation of the aorta on the lower extremities?
What is the effect of coarctation of the aorta on the lower extremities?
Flashcards
Coarctation of the aorta: Which heart chamber works harder?
Coarctation of the aorta: Which heart chamber works harder?
The left ventricle has to work harder to pump blood due to the narrowing of the aorta.
Coarctation of the aorta: Which system is impaired due to lack of space?
Coarctation of the aorta: Which system is impaired due to lack of space?
The respiratory system is impaired due to reduced space in the chest cavity.
Coarctation of the aorta: What happens to the heart muscles?
Coarctation of the aorta: What happens to the heart muscles?
The heart muscles, especially the left ventricle, enlarge due to increased workload.
Coarctation of the aorta: Blood pressure in upper body?
Coarctation of the aorta: Blood pressure in upper body?
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Coarctation of the aorta: Effect on lower extremities?
Coarctation of the aorta: Effect on lower extremities?
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Study Notes
Coarctation of the Aorta
- The left ventricle has to work harder in coarctation of the aorta due to the obstruction of blood flow.
Effects on Body Systems
- The circulatory system is impaired due to the lack of space caused by coarctation of the aorta.
Effects on the Heart
- The heart muscles (left ventricle) become thicker and stronger in coarctation of the aorta to pump blood through the narrowed aorta.
Blood Pressure
- Blood pressure increases in the upper body in coarctation of the aorta due to the obstruction of blood flow.
Effects on Lower Extremities
- Blood flow to the lower extremities is decreased in coarctation of the aorta, leading to cold feet, weakness, and cramping.
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