Painful Spasms of the Throat Triggered by Swallowing or the Sight

question 6

Multiple Choice

Painful spasms of the throat triggered by swallowing or the sight of water is called

• A) hydrophobia.
• B) hydrophagia.
• C) tetany.
• D) paralysis.

Recognize the scale and timeline of African influx into specific American regions, including Mexico.

Assess the approximate number of Africans transported to the Americas during the slave trade era.

Explain the concept of "negros de ganhos" and other social classifications of African slaves in Latin America.

Distinguish between the experiences of African slaves in mainland Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular Disease

A group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels, such as coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and hypertension.

Ischemia

A condition characterized by insufficient blood flow to a part of the body, which can lead to tissue damage or organ dysfunction.

Blood Flow

The movement of blood through the body's circulatory system, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products.

Heart

A muscular organ in most animals, including humans, which pumps blood through the circulatory system by rhythmic contractions.