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What does asthenia refer to?
What does asthenia refer to?
- A state of heightened alertness
- An acute pain in the muscles
- A condition causing extreme fatigue (correct)
- A sudden increase in energy levels
What effect does orthostatic hypotension have on blood pressure?
What effect does orthostatic hypotension have on blood pressure?
- It increases blood pressure during movement
- It causes erratic changes in blood pressure
- It stabilizes blood pressure regardless of movement
- It causes blood pressure to drop when changing positions (correct)
What is a pulmonary embolism?
What is a pulmonary embolism?
- A condition characterized by swollen blood vessels
- An inflammation of the lung tissue
- A blood clot that obstructs blood flow in the lungs (correct)
- A rare disease affecting the airways
Which of the following best describes the symptoms of asthenia?
Which of the following best describes the symptoms of asthenia?
What is the primary cause of orthostatic hypotension?
What is the primary cause of orthostatic hypotension?
Which condition is primarily characterized by a sensation of persistent fatigue or lack of energy?
Which condition is primarily characterized by a sensation of persistent fatigue or lack of energy?
What happens to blood pressure during episodes of orthostatic hypotension?
What happens to blood pressure during episodes of orthostatic hypotension?
Which of the following is a serious condition that arises from a blood clot and can lead to severe complications?
Which of the following is a serious condition that arises from a blood clot and can lead to severe complications?
Which of the following statements about asthenia is NOT correct?
Which of the following statements about asthenia is NOT correct?
During which condition would a person most likely experience a significant drop in blood pressure upon standing?
During which condition would a person most likely experience a significant drop in blood pressure upon standing?
Flashcards
Asthenia
Asthenia
A feeling of lacking energy or weakness.
Orthostatic Hypotension
Orthostatic Hypotension
A drop in blood pressure that occurs when a person stands up quickly.
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Embolism
A blood clot that travels to the lungs.
What is asthenia?
What is asthenia?
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What is orthostatic hypotension?
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What is a pulmonary embolism?
What is a pulmonary embolism?
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What is a pulmonary embolism?
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Study Notes
Medical Conditions
- Asthenia: A symptom characterized by a lack of energy.
- Orthostatic Hypotension: A decrease in blood pressure when standing up, occurring suddenly. This condition results in low blood pressure. Blood pressure may decrease with movement.
- Pulmonary Embolism: A blood clot that obstructs a pulmonary artery in the lungs.
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