The Excess Accumulation of Fluid in the Pericardial Sac Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

The excess accumulation of fluid in the pericardial sac is called:

• A) cardiac tamponade.
• B) cardiac seizure.
• C) cardiac compression.
• D) cardiac stenosis.

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Definitions:

Xanthoderma

A condition characterized by yellowing of the skin due to a variety of causes, including jaundice, carotenemia, or certain skin disorders.

Integumentary

Pertaining to the skin and its appendages, which protect the body from external harm and assist in maintaining homeostasis.

Cyst/o

In medical terminology, a prefix relating to the bladder or a cyst, which is a fluid-filled sac or cavity in the body.

Tricuspid Valve

One of the heart's four valves, located between the right atrium and the right ventricle, functioning to regulate blood flow within the heart.