5 Questions
What is heart failure often referred to as?
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
What can high blood pressure do over time, leading to heart failure?
Put extra strain on the heart
Which condition can lead to heart failure by causing changes in the heart muscle tissue?
Cardiomyopathy
What may cause symptoms of chest discomfort called angina or heart damage from a heart attack?
Coronary heart disease
What problem with the heart does HF indicate?
Problem with contraction (systolic dysfunction) or filling (diastolic dysfunction)
Test your knowledge of heart failure with this quiz that covers the definition of heart failure as well as its causes. Learn about the syndrome that occurs due to the progressive inability of the heart to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
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