S10L1 - Heart Failure Flashcards
1
Q
What is Heart failure?
A
Inability of the heart to meet the demands of the body. Insufficient blood volume delivered to the body tissues.
2
Q
What is tissue hypoperfusion?
A
Reduced blood flow to peripheral tissues. A clinical symptoms of reduced cardiac output.
3
Q
What enables the heart to work as an effective pump?
A
Functioning muscle
Chamber size
One way valves
Correct output and input
