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Describe Three Ways in Which People Can Be Oversupportive

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Describe three ways in which people can be oversupportive. What are the likely outcomes of each type of oversupport?


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Peripheral Tissue Perfusion

The process of delivering blood to the outer surfaces of the body, vital for delivering oxygen and nutrients to various tissues.

Cardiac Contractility

The ability of heart muscle cells to contract, determining the force with which the heart pumps blood throughout the body.

Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme

A key enzyme in the renin-angiotensin system, involved in regulating blood pressure by converting angiotensin I to the potent vasoconstrictor angiotensin II.

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition characterized by persistently elevated blood pressure in the arteries, leading to increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health issues.

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