Cardiovascular System Disorders Quiz

High blood pressure increases strain on the heart and damages arteries.

Hypertension is the medical term for persistently high blood pressure, a risk factor for various cardiovascular diseases.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, encompassing various conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels.

Cholesterol, when accumulated in arteries, contributes to the formation of plaque, leading to atherosclerosis.

Pneumonia is a respiratory condition, not a cardiovascular disease.

A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked, causing damage to the heart muscle.

The left atrium receives oxygen-rich blood from the lungs before pumping it to the left ventricle.

Atherosclerosis is the narrowing and hardening of arteries due to plaque buildup, leading to reduced blood flow.

Leg pain while walking (claudication) is a common symptom of PAD due to reduced blood flow to the legs.

Cholesterol is essential for building cell membranes and producing hormones.

Untreated hypertension can lead to the increased risk of heart attack due to strain on the heart and damage to arteries.

An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) records the electrical activity of the heart through electrodes placed on the skin's surface.

Persistent coughing can occur due to fluid buildup in the lungs, a common symptom of congestive heart failure.

The SA node initiates electrical impulses, regulating the heart's rhythm and rate.

Atrial fibrillation is a condition where the heart's upper chambers quiver instead of contracting effectively, leading to an irregular heartbeat.

The mitral valve prevents backward flow of blood from the left ventricle to the left atrium during contraction.

Regular exercise reduces the risk of coronary artery disease by promoting heart health and lowering blood pressure.

Angina pectoris is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood.

The aorta is the largest artery in the body, distributing oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the systemic circulation.