A Failing Heart Does Not Respond to Increased End-Diastolic Volume

question 128

True/False

A failing heart does not respond to increased end-diastolic volume by increasing stroke volume.

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Definitions:

Albinism

A genetic condition marked by the absence of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes, leading to light pigmentation and vision problems.

Cyanosis

A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to the presence of deoxygenated hemoglobin in blood vessels near the skin surface.

Blood Vessels

Tubular structures that transport blood throughout the body, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Epidermis

The outermost layer of skin that acts as a barrier to protect the body from environmental threats and regulates water loss.