Asked by Steven Bivona on May 04, 2024
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Aneurysm
A) A bulge (a weak spot) in the artery wall
B) Degenerative changes in arteries
C) An overstretching of the veins of the lower extremities
D) Inflammation of the veins
E) Small vessels that supply nutrients to large arteries
Aneurysm
Dilated portion of an artery.
Artery Wall
The multi-layered structure of arteries consisting of the tunica intima, tunica media, and tunica externa, crucial for maintaining blood pressure and flow.
Veins Overstretching
A condition where veins are stretched beyond their normal capacity, often leading to varicose veins.
- Acknowledge a variety of cardiac conditions and grasp their basic pathophysiological mechanisms.
Verified Answer
EA
Elian AguirreMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
An aneurysm is characterized by a bulge or ballooning in the wall of an artery, which occurs due to a weak spot in the arterial wall.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge a variety of cardiac conditions and grasp their basic pathophysiological mechanisms.