Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Normal Blood Pressure of Human?
A
120/80
2
Q
Blood Pressure of a person with Hypertension?
A
140/90
3
Q
What is Atherosclerosis?why it occurs?
A
Coronary artery disease (CAD)
Caused by deposits of calcium,fat, cholesterol and fibrous tissues which makes the lumen of arteries narrower
4
Q
What is Angina pectoris?
A
Acute chest pain due to insufficient supply of o2 to heart
5
Q
Angina is common among which people?
A
Middle aged and elders
6
Q
What is Heart failure?Reason?
A
When heart is not pumping blood effectively enough to meet the needs of body
Congestion of the lungs.
7
Q
What is myocardial Infarction/heart attack?
A
Damage of heart muscles due to inadequate blood supply