Cardiovascular Disease 2

Question 1

What is an aneurysm?

Answer 1

Blood can build up behind a blockage causing artery wall to weaken - increases chance of internal bleeding

Question 2

What is thrombosis?

Answer 2

Formation of blood clot due to atheroma bursting through endothelium & causing a rough surface. Platelets accumulate

Question 3

What can thrombosis do?

Answer 3

Block arteries, veins or it can break off & cause blockage elsewhere

Question 4

What is a risk factor?

Answer 4

Something that increases a person’s chance of developing a disease

Question 5

What is the equation for cardiac output?

Answer 5

Cardiac output = stroke volume x heart rate