chd Flashcards
1
Q
cardiovascular diseases are diseases of what?
A
heart and blood vessels
2
Q
where do coronary arteries branch out from and spread out into?
A
branch out from aorta and spread out into heart muscles
3
Q
what is the purpose of coronary arteries?
A
provide oxygen to muscle cells of heart
4
Q
what happens in chd?
A
layers of fatty material build up inside coronary arteries, causing coronary arteries to narrow
5
Q
what happens to the blood flow?
A
blood flow through coronary arteries is reduced
6
Q
what are statins?
A
drugs which reduce level of cholesterol in blood
7
Q
what is a disadvantage of statins?
A
unwanted side effects like liver problems
8
Q
what is a stent?
A
tube inserted into coronary arteries to keep open, allowing blood to flow normally
