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Consequences of High Systolic Blood Pressure Quiz

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What is the consequence of increased Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) on stroke volume?

Decreases (correct)

Increases

Unpredictable

Remains unchanged

Why does ejection occur only when Left Ventricular Pressure (LVP) is greater than Aortic Pressure (AP)?

To prevent blood backflow into the ventricle (correct)

To protect the heart from excessive pressure

To maintain a continuous blood flow through the aorta

To optimize oxygen delivery to tissues

How does the heart compensate for high aortic pressure?

By reducing coronary blood flow

By decreasing Left Ventricular contractility

By dilating the coronary arteries

By increasing Left Ventricular contractility (correct)

What is the main reason for oxygen deprivation to cardiac myocytes when Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) increases?

Decreased coronary artery blood flow Signup and view all the answers

During systole, what happens to the coronary artery blood flow?

Decreases Signup and view all the answers

How do cardiac myocytes receive oxygen and nutrients?

Via the coronary artery network Signup and view all the answers

What anatomical structure is at risk for rupture in individuals with high systolic blood pressure?

Abdominal aorta Signup and view all the answers

Which genetic condition can predispose individuals to aneurysms due to high blood pressure?

Marfan Syndrome Signup and view all the answers

How does high systolic blood pressure affect oxygen demand in the heart?

Increases oxygen demand Signup and view all the answers

Which physical characteristic is associated with patients suffering from Marfan Syndrome?

Tall and thin physique Signup and view all the answers

What happens to stroke volume when mean arterial pressure (MAP) increases?

Decreases Signup and view all the answers

How does high aortic pressure impact the left ventricle in terms of opening the aortic valve?

Increases left ventricular pressure requirement Signup and view all the answers