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Chapter 8
Cardiovascular System - Common Conditions & Terms
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Myocardial Infarction | Heart attack caused by blockage in coronary arteries |
| Ischemia | Lack of blood supply to a tissue, often due to obstruction |
| Embolism | Blockage of a vessel by a clot or foreign matter |
| Arrhythmia (disrhythmia) | Abnormal heartbeat (irregular, too fast/slow) |
| Tachycardia | Rapid heartbeat, usually over 100bpm |
| Bradycardia | Slow heartbeat, usually under 60bpm |
| Fibrillation | Irregular and rapid heartbeat; atrial or ventricle |
| Hypertension | High blood pressure |
| Hypotension | Low blood pressure |
| Cardiomegaly | Enlargement of the heart |