2nd term test study guide

Front

an unresponsive state from which a person can be aroused only briefly despite vigorous, repeated attempts is known as

Back

stupor

Front

The chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump out all of the blood it receives is known as???

Back

heart failure

Front

Which term describes a fatty deposit on an artery wall?

Back

plaque

Front

The abnormal protrusion of a heart valve is known as???

Back

valvular prolapse

Front

what is the prolonged or abnormal inability to sleep?

Back

Insomnia

Front

Which part of the brain is responsible for the highest level of thought? Options: brainstem, cerebellum, cerebrum, thalamus

Back

cerebrum

Front

An ______ is the condition of having a blood clot attached to the wall of a deep vein.

Back

deep vein thrombosis

Front

Which nerves prepare the body for emergencies and stress as part of the fight-or-flight response?

Back

sympathetic nerves

Front

Which term, also called a mini-stroke, refers to a temporary interruption in the blood supply to the brain?

Back

transient ischemic attack

Front

the condition of having an abnormally slow resting heartbeat is known as??

Back

bradycardia