#1
Which of the following is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases?
#2
Which of the following is a measure of the force exerted by blood against the walls of the arteries during the heart's pumping cycle?
#3
Which of the following lifestyle factors is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases?
#4
What does the term 'hypertension' refer to in the context of cardiovascular health?
#5
Which of the following blood vessels carries oxygenated blood away from the heart to the rest of the body?
#6
What is the term for the medical procedure used to restore blood flow to the heart muscle by inserting a stent or balloon into a narrowed coronary artery?
#7
What is the primary function of the heart's valves in the circulatory system?
#8
What is the term for the temporary disruption of blood flow to the brain, often resulting in neurological symptoms like weakness or speech difficulties?
#9
What is the medical term for an irregular heartbeat, often characterized by rapid, slow, or erratic heartbeats?
#10
What is the medical term for the condition where the blood supply to the heart muscle is blocked, often leading to a heart attack?
#11
In cardiovascular health, what is the role of HDL cholesterol?
#12
Which lipid molecule is commonly referred to as 'bad cholesterol' due to its association with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases?
#13
Which condition is characterized by a buildup of fatty deposits on the inner walls of arteries, leading to reduced blood flow?
#14
What is the term for the medical emergency that occurs when part of the heart muscle doesn't receive enough blood, leading to damage or death of that tissue?
#15