Azotemia Occurs When Nitrogen Wastes Build Up in the Bloodstream

question 52

True/False

Azotemia occurs when nitrogen wastes build up in the bloodstream.

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Definitions:

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

A chronic condition where the heart's ability to pump effectively is compromised, leading to the accumulation of fluid in body tissues.

Pulmonary Edema

A condition characterized by excessive fluid in the lungs, which can lead to difficulty breathing and inadequate oxygenation of the blood.

Chronic Bronchitis

A long-term inflammation of the bronchial tubes in the lungs, often resulting from smoking or air pollution, leading to coughing and difficulty breathing.

Pulmonary Embolism

A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs, typically caused by blood clots that travel from the legs or other parts of the body.