Cardiovascular System and Hypertension Quiz

The left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood to the body.

Normal blood pressure in adults is 120/80 mmHg.

The number of times the heart beats per minute is termed as heart rate.

Reducing sodium intake can help manage hypertension.

The pulmonary vein carries oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the heart.

Irregular heartbeats are characteristic of the condition known as arrhythmia.

Obesity is a risk factor for developing hypertension.

High blood pressure persistently exceeding normal levels is termed hypertension.

A heart attack is medically termed as myocardial infarction.

Cholesterol is essential for the body's cell structure and function.

Atherosclerosis occurs when there is a buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries, narrowing blood flow.

Aldosterone regulates blood pressure and fluid balance.

Calcium channel blockers are commonly used to treat hypertension by relaxing blood vessels.