Which Age-Related Disorder of the Cardiovascular System Is Characterized by a Hardening

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which age-related disorder of the cardiovascular system is characterized by a hardening of the arteries due to the building up of plaque in the blood vessels?

• A)Angina pectoris
• B)Acute coronary syndrome
• C)Myocardial infarction
• D)Atherosclerosis

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Definitions:

Incubation

The period between exposure to an infection and the appearance of the first symptoms.

Prodromal

Pertaining to the early symptoms and signs that precede the full manifestation of a disease or condition.

Decline Stage

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Secondary Defense

Refers to the body's adaptive immune response, deploying specialized cells and mechanisms to fight specific pathogens after initial exposure.