Respiratory & cardiovascular Flashcards
What is hypercapnia
Elevated CO2 in blood
What is hemoptysis?
The coughing up of blood
What is thyrotoxicosis?
Excessive amount of thyroid hormones in the bloodstream. Increases how fast the body functions
What is velocity?
Speed
What is anaemia
Decreased RBC or haemoglobin
What is heart failure
Heart muscle weakens (thinner) & chambers enlarge
What is coronary artery disease
Clot, plaque builds up on vessel walls
What is valvular heart disease
Problem with heart valves. A narrow aortic valve reduces efficient blood flow from the left ventricle to aorta
What is pericardial disease
Inflammation of pericardium
Endocardia disease
Endocarditis- inflammation of inner layer of heart
What is hypertension
Abnormally high blood pressure
What is atherosclerosis
A gradual thickening of arteries with fatty material
What is pulmonary embolism (PE)
The blockage of pulmonary arteries by thrombus, fat or air
