The Term Ischemia Is Defined as

question 6

Multiple Choice

The term ischemia is defined as

• A) condition of deficient blood flow due to constriction or obstruction
• B) disease of the heart muscle
• C) narrowing of mitral valve from scarring
• D) distended or tortuous veins

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