Cardiovascular - Introduction Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main function of arterioles?
A
Major resistance vessels
2
Q
What is the main function of capillaries?
A
Site of exchange of gas, nutrients and water between blood and tissues
3
Q
What vessels hold the most of the blood volume during rest?
A
Veins
4
Q
Gives 3 examples of arterial disease.
A
- High blood pressure
- Stroke
- coronary disease
5
Q
Give 2 examples of venous disease.
A
- Deep vein thrombosis
- pulmonary embolism
6
Q
What are 3 examples of infections of the cardiovascular system?
A
- endocarditis
- pericarditis
- myocarditis
7
Q
What are 5 examples of modifiable risk factors of cardiovascular disease?
A
High blood pressure Dyslipidaemia Smoking Diabetes mellitus Obesity
8
Q
What are 3 examples of non-modifiable risk factors of cardiovascular disease?
A
- genetic factors
- age
- gender
9
Q
What are some symptoms of cardiovascular disease?
A
- chest pain
- shortness of breath
- palpitations
- collaspe
- swollen lower limbs
