Cardiovascular System Flashcard

Front

What type of shock is caused by a heart problem?

Back

Cardiogenic shock

Front

What are dilated, tortuous veins called?

Back

Varicose veins

Front

What is the hardening of the arteries known as?

Back

Atherosclerosis

Front

What is an irregular heartbeat called?

Back

Arrhythmia

Front

What is the disease of the heart muscle referred to as?

Back

Cardiomyopathy

Front

What is the malfunction of the heart valves called?

Back

Valvular heart disease

Front

What is the term for restricted blood flow to extremities?

Back

Peripheral artery disease

Front

What type of shock is caused by blood loss?

Back

Hypovolemic shock

Front

What is the inflammation of superficial veins called?

Back

Phlebitis

Front

What is the weakening of a vessel wall causing a bulging known as?

Back

Aneurysm