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Common Diseases and Disorders of the Cardiovascular System Answers

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What is a primary cause of coronary heart disease?

A
eating lots of fruit
B
vigorous exercise
C
hypertension
D
deep vein thrombosis
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Which is an effect of hypertension?

A
makes it easier for the heart to pump blood
B
puts stress on the heart and blood vessels
C
prevents clots from forming
D
clears plaque from the vessel walls
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What does bradycardia mean?

A
irregular heart rhythm
B
inconsistent heart rhythm
C
heart beat that is too slow
D
heart beat that is too fast
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What treatments are recommended for hypertension? Select all that apply.

A
avoiding smoking
B
increasing alcohol intake
C
taking medication
D
exercising regularly
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What treatments are used for pulmonary embolism? Select all that apply.

A
thrombolytics
B
coronary bypass
C
surgery
D
anti-coagulants

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