Cardiovascular | Respiratory Disorders | Lymphatic Disorders |
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What is an abnormal heart rhythm
dysrhythmia
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What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
It involves two disorders; chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
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What is Lymphedema
A building of fluid in the tissue causing swelling.
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What is Hypertension
A systolic blood pressure higher than 140
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What is Emphysema
The alveoli enlarge. They become less elastic
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What is Lymphatic system
Is a clear, thin watery fluid. Contains WBC's, proteins, fats from the intestines.
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Myocardial Infarction
Part of the heart muscle dies; blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked!!
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What is Asthma
The airways becomes inflamed and narrow.
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What is Lymphoma
Cells do not function normally, affect the immune system.
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What is CAD
Acronym Coronary Artery Disease
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What is Sleep apnea
Lack or absence of breathing.
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What is Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's
There are two types of Lymphomas. Name them!!
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What is Angina
Chest pain from reduced blood flow to part of the heart muscle.
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What is Tuberculosis
A bacterial infection in the lungs
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What is Lymphoma
S/S weight loss, Fever, night sweats, itching
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