Heart Disease. Overview. Heart disease (also called cardiovascular disease) is a class of diseases that involve the heart, the blood vessels (includes arteries, capillaries and veins) or both. The accumulation of plaque causes the blood vessels (veins) to narrow, which reduces the ability of blood to flow in and out of the heart. Cardiovascular disease is a general term that includes many types of heart disease, such as heart attack and stroke. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause
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The likelihood for a heart attack increases as the heart receives less oxygen. Pulmonary hypertension can also occur as COPD progresses. This can be caused by the pulmonary arteries constricting due to hypoxia, dysfunction in the endothelial tissue, and the pulmonary capillary bed being destroyed. When the heart can’t beat fast enough to pump blood, blood may stay in the lungs longer which is why shortness of breath occurs (Orenstein, 2013). The lack of oxygen for the heart is serious because that
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Contributors to Heart Disease and Preventive Measures Contributors to Heart Disease and Preventive Measures Heart Disease is a condition in which blood to the heart is deficient because of narrowing or constricting of the cardiac vessels that supply it. Heart Disease is also one of the most common causes of death. There is several health and behavioral factors that can increase an individuals risk of heart disease. One factor is
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blood vessels, the heart, or both. The cardiovascular system, also called the circulatory system, moves blood throughout the human body. It is composed of the heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries. It is the most leading cause of death in women regardless of race or ethnicity at an alarming rate of 455,000 deaths in the United States (Bonow p. 1757. 2012). Our Lord Jesus has designed us after his own heart, not only in the human flesh, but also mind, and spirit, our heart is where the Holy spirit
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University of Phoenix Material Jenifer Hoang March 30, 2015 Lifestyle Analysis Consider the following questions concerning sedentary and physically active persons. Answer each question in 75 to 125 words each in the space provided. |Questions for both lifestyles |Sedentary person |Physically active person | |What are this person’s nutrition needs? |Requires less calories and protein in their daily|Unlike a sedentary
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stimulation, and the enhanced downstream effects occur due to the PDE-5 inhibition. The corpus cavernosum is not the only location of PDE-5 receptors. Other tissues that have these receptors are some smooth and skeletal muscle, platelets, the brain, heart, liver and kidneys as well as the pancreas, prostate, testis, and bladder. Sildenafil will bind to the PDE-5 receptors within all of these tissues which ultimately leads to other downstream effects that are noted as side
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It rose up inside of me, the sense of fear was undeniable, as if it were a coiled snake being taunted and ready to strike. The foul, acrid, bitter smell that clung to my nostrils made me gag. Sweat dripped down my back, as my body trembled and my heart beat furiously in my chest. Goosebumps rose, making the hair on my body stand on end. Fear gave way to revulsion as my eyes registered what was in front of me. Bile rose up in my throat. Taking a breath, I forced myself to tear my eyes away from the
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to several complications and causing grave health problems. There are numerous harmful as well as dangerous effects related with smoking. Carbon monoxide and nicotine in cigarette smoking has been related with several adverse impacts on lungs and heart. For example, in pregnant women it can eventually result in grave outcomes including; low birth weight babies, preterm delivery; premature rupture of membranes, placental abnormalities, and increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome. It is pertinent
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Resting Heart Rate The number of beats per minute (BPM) of your heart is your heart rate, and what's too slow for you may depend on your age and physical condition. Physically active adults and athletes, often have a low resting heart rate, but it’s not causing problems. Older people are more prone to issues with a slow heart rate. As people age, changes in the rate of their pulse may change and can signify a heart condition that needs to be addressed. What does It Mean to Have Low Resting Heart Rate
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Use Judo Strategy when: • Dealing with the competition is one of your top strategic priorities • Competitors have the advantage of strength and size. • You’re unlikely to win by going head to head. Judo Principles • Movement o Don’t invite attack-“The Puppy Dog Ploy” Keep a low profile and avoid giving away your game Position alongside competitors instead of attacking head on. Don’t moon the giant – unless you want to lose. o Define the competitive space Change the paradigm by
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