Additional factors of the CV System (CV) Flashcards
1
Q
State the 5 additional factors of the CV
A
SADS
Hypothermia
Hyperthermia
Hypertension
Hypotension
2
Q
What is SADS (Sudden arrhythmic death syndrome) ?
A
When you die from a cardiac arrest. Your heart stops suddenly and unexpectedly.
3
Q
What is hypotension?
A
When you have low blood pressure
4
Q
What is hypertension?
A
When you have high blood pressure
5
Q
What is hypothermia?
A
When your body is too cold
6
Q
What is hyperthermia?
A
When your body is too hot
7
Q
Symptom of hyperthermia
A
sweat
8
Q
Symptoms of hypothermia
A
shivering, confusion
