The Combining Form That Means Artery Is ________

question 156

Short Answer

The combining form that means artery is ________.

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Definitions:

Increased Preload

A condition in which there is an elevated volume of blood in the ventricles at the end of diastole, before the heart contracts.

Decreased Contractility

A reduction in the strength or ability of a muscle, particularly the heart muscle, to contract, which can affect overall muscle function.

Respiratory Alkalosis

A condition characterized by a decrease in arterial blood carbon dioxide levels, leading to an increase in pH and resulting in alkalosis.

Pulmonary Embolism

A condition where one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked by a blood clot, often leading to shortness of breath, chest pain, and sometimes death if not treated promptly.