Which of the Following Is a Disorder in Which the Aortic

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disorder in which the aortic semilunar valve is narrowed?

• A)Aortic insufficiency
• B)Rheumatic fever
• C)Mitral valve prolapse
• D)Aortic stenosis
• E)Mitral insufficiency

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

Comprises the brain and spinal cord, functioning as the primary control center for processing and transmitting information throughout the body.

Autonomic System

A part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Nerve Cells

Also known as neurons, these are the basic building blocks of the nervous system, responsible for receiving, processing, and transmitting information through electrical and chemical signals.

Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in emotional processing, particularly fear and pleasure responses.