pathophysiology: ischemic heart and Vascular disease

Question 1

what are some cardioPROTECTIVE factors?

Answer 1

fruits/vegetables, exercise, moderate alcohol

Question 2

what is the largest risk factor linked to acute MI in men and women?

Answer 2

ApoB-ApoA1 ratio

Question 3

what type of arteries are affected by atherosclerosis?

Answer 3

large and middle size arteries

Question 4

what are the consequences of atherosclerosis?

Answer 4

blockage, stiffness, narrow size

Question 5

what are the consequences of stable plaque?

Answer 5

hardened and narrowed arteries that can create turbulent blood flow

Question 6

what can occur to unstable plaque?

Answer 6

it is more likely to rupture and trigger a heart attack or stroke

Question 7

what is cardiac ischemic heart disease?

Answer 7

an imbalance of myocardial supply and demand

Question 8

what type of pain can men experience with angina?

Answer 8

crushing pain, left arm pain, nausea

Question 9

what type of pain can women experience with angina?

Answer 9

fatigue, anxiety, mid back discomfort