Asked by Tshegofatso Matseba on May 06, 2024

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Which of the following conditions is the result of a ventricle of the heart being unable to fill as it should?

A) Left heart failure
B) Right heart failure
C) Diastolic heart failure
D) Systolic heart failure

Diastolic Heart Failure

A condition where the heart has difficulty relaxing and filling with blood, leading to congestion and reduced blood flow to the body.

Ventricle

One of the two lower chambers of the heart, responsible for pumping blood to the body (left ventricle) and the lungs (right ventricle).

Unable Fill

A term often used in pharmacy to denote a situation where a prescription cannot be dispensed due to various reasons such as unavailability or insurance issues.

  • Differentiate between systolic and diastolic heart failures and their implications.
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Zybrea KnightMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Diastolic heart failure is the result of the ventricle of the heart being unable to fill with blood as it should during diastole, the resting phase of the cardiac cycle. This can lead to a decrease in cardiac output and other symptoms associated with heart failure.