Asked by Maribel Carrasco on Apr 29, 2024

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Which condition is occurring when the heart is still pumping but is not getting enough blood to the body's organs and tissues?

A) heart attack
B) heart failure
C) cardiac arrest
D) hypertension

Cardiac Arrest

A medical emergency where the heart suddenly stops beating, leading to a cessation of blood flow to the brain and other vital organs.

Heart Failure

A medical condition where the heart is unable to pump sufficiently to maintain blood flow to meet the body's needs.

Heart Attack

A medical condition that occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked for a long enough time to cause damage or death to heart muscle.

  • Understand the different conditions that affect the heart and cardiovascular system.
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Amanda Antonacci Global Marketing ProfessionalApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
When the heart is still pumping but is not getting enough blood to the body's organs and tissues, it is called heart failure. Heart attack refers to a blockage in the blood vessels leading to the heart, cardiac arrest is when the heart stops beating, and hypertension is high blood pressure.