Human Physiology and Pathophysiology: Cardiovascular Diseases Lesson 3.1
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What is the main cause of Angina Pectoris?

  • Increased blood flow through the coronary arteries
  • Excessive oxygen supply to the heart
  • Vasoconstriction leading to decreased blood flow (correct)
  • Decreased platelet aggregation

    • Which medication decreases the oxygen demand of the heart in the treatment of Angina Pectoris?

  • Aspirin
  • Oxygen
  • Nitroglycerin
  • Sedation (correct)

    • What is another term for Myocardial Infarction?

  • Angina Pectoris
  • Variant Angina
  • Heart Attack (correct)
  • Crescendo Angina

    • Which type of Angina Pectoris occurs at rest and is due to coronary artery spasms?

    <p>Variant Angina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during Myocardial Infarction?

    <p>Irreversible myocardial cell death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the pathophysiologic process of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) related to the left side of the heart?

    <p>Impaired left ventricular function &gt;LA &gt; Pulmonary circulation accumulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common manifestation of Myocardial Infarction (MI) that is treated with Oxygen and Digitalis?

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

    Which compensatory mechanism is associated with Congestive Heart Failure?

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

    What treatment/intervention is specifically aimed at relieving chest pain in patients with MI?

    <p>Morphine SO4 / Nitrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a manifestation of right-sided heart failure in patients with CHF?

    <p>Jugular vein distention</p> Signup and view all the answers

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