Which of the Following Cardiovascular Diseases Is Caused by a Narrowing

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following cardiovascular diseases is caused by a narrowing of the arteries causing the heart to work harder when pumping?

• A)hypertension
• B)stroke
• C)heart attack
• D)All of the above are due to a narrowing of the arteries.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles.

Digestion

The biological process by which the body breaks down food into absorbable forms for energy, growth, and cell repair.

Neurons

Specialized neurons in the nervous system that communicate information via electrical and chemical signals.

Networks

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