Cardiovascular Diseases Quiz

Elevated blood pressure increases the strain on the heart and arteries, raising the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Angina is chest pain or discomfort due to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, often a warning sign of heart disease.

The heart has four valves: tricuspid, pulmonary, mitral, and aortic, each with two or three leaflets or cusps.

The cardiovascular system circulates blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products.

Smoking is a controllable risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, as quitting smoking can significantly reduce the risk.

LDL carries cholesterol to cells but can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing cardiovascular risk.

Chest pain or discomfort, often radiating to the left arm, jaw, or back, is a classic sign of a heart attack.

Atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque in arteries, narrowing them and increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

A blood pressure of 120/80 mm Hg or lower is considered normal for a healthy adult.

Arrhythmia refers to abnormal heart rhythms, which can be too fast, too slow, or irregular.

Peripheral artery disease is often caused by atherosclerosis, which narrows arteries outside the heart and brain.

Coronary arteries deliver oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle, sustaining its function.

Arrhythmia refers to abnormal heart rhythms, which can be too fast, too slow, or irregular.

Regular physical activity helps maintain healthy weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

HDL is known as 'good' cholesterol as it helps remove LDL cholesterol from arteries, reducing the risk of heart disease.

Angina is chest pain or discomfort due to reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, often a warning sign of heart disease.

The left ventricle pumps oxygen-rich blood to the body through the systemic circulation.