Cardiovascular Health Flashcards
T or F
Hypertension occurs when an artery wall thickens as a result of the buildup of fatty materials.
False
T or F
To help maintain cardiovasculary health, people should exercise regularly; eat a balanced diet that is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, and sodium; and avoid smoking.
True
T or F
Hypertension and atherosclerosis are not closely related.
False
T or F
Cancer is the leading cause of death in the United States today.
False
T or F
Higher than normal blood pressure is usually defined as greater than 140/90.
True
Diseases of the ____________ ___________ included atherosclerosis and hypertension.
cardiovascular system
A(n) _____ ______ can occur when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing cells to die.
heart attack
______________ is a disorder in which a person’s blood pressure is consistently higher than normal.
Hypertension
Hypertension causes the heart to work harder and may damage __________.
vessels
People as young as _____ may show signs of atherosclerosis.
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Artery
Arteries are blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart.
Veins
Veins are blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart
Capillaries
Capillaries are tiny blood vessels where substances are exchanged between the blood and body cells.
Heart
The heart is a hollow, muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
Valve
A valve is a flap of tissue that prevents blood from flowing backwards.
