PHYSIOLOGY
CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY
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Question
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Which of the following best describes the connection between cardiovascular disease and age?
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As people age, their blood vessels become more elastic leading to less cardiovascular disease.
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As people age, the heart becomes more efficient with each pump, increasing cardiac output.
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As people age, blood pressure decreases leading to more cardiovascular disease.
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As people age, plaque builds up in the arteries increasing vessel resistance, which leads to disease.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following could cause an increase in peripheral resistance in the blood vessel? You correctly answered: atherosclerosis.
Detailed explanation-2: -High blood pressure (hypertension) High blood pressure is a key risk factor for CVD. Smoking (or other tobacco use) High blood cholesterol. Diabetes. Poor diet. Lack of exercise. Being overweight. Excessive alcohol consumption. More items •18-Nov-2022
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