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Exam 2: NR 283 / NR283 (Latest
Update 2025 / 2026) Pathophysiology | Questions with Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct – Chamberlain
why is the aortic valve a killer?because the aorta gives 02
Myocardium
- thick, middle layer of the heart and is composed of cardiac muscle. ...
- responsible for the hearts contraction (heart beat)
endocardium inner lining of the heart
Pericardium Membrane surrounding the heart 1 / 3
systolic pressure exerted when blood is ejected from the ventricles (higher)
diastolic pressure sustained pressure when ventricles relax (low)
What alters blood pressure?cardiac output, blood volume, and peripheral resistance to blood flow
Who is at greater risk for hypertension?African american male
What do antidiuretic hormones do, in regards to blood pressure?increase BP
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hypertension risk factors -smoking -obesity -sedentary lifestyle -Race -Age -Stress -Alcohol consumption
syncope temporary loss of consciousness caused by a fall in blood pressure
Increased sodium indicates ____ increased fluid volume
aneurysm localized dilation and weakening of arterial wall
Arteries Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
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