Hi everyone
Here you go, the answers to yesterday's quiz! Did you have fun learning just as much as we did?
5 Most Common Heart Diseases
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_uTp31Fgx8&feature=related
Watch from 2:15 until end.
Give a brief overview of the following:
1. Aneurisym
Weak spots that dilate are known as Aneurisyms. When a weakened artery bursts, rapid internal bleeding occurs which can damage surrounding tissue. Such a rupture in the brain can result in a severe stroke. If a major artery ruptures, death from shock can occur.
2. Arrythmia
When a malfunction of the heart's electrical system results in abnormally slow or fast beats and other abnormal heart rhythms.
3. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Is a condition of excessive fluid buildup in the lungs and other organs due to inadequate pumping of the heart or failure of the lungs to function properly.
Causes of CHF:
Diseased heart valves
Hypertension
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Symptoms of CHF:
Tachycardia
Shortness of Breath
Elevated Blood Pressure
Cyanosia
Profuse Sweating
Cool and Clammy Skin
Pulmonary Edema
Pedal Edema
Frothy white or pink sputum in the cough
Late Signs of CHF:
Engorged pulsating neck veins
Enlarged liver and spleen
Abdominal Distention
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