Test 5 Navy Corpsman Cardiovascular Questions and Answers.

Test 5 Navy Corpsman Cardiovascular Questions and Answers. Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) Sometimes called cardiac compromise, the blanket term for anytime the heart muscle is not getting enough oxygen Anemia A decrease in certain elements of the blood, especially red cells and hemoglobin Angina Pectoris Pain in the chest occurring when blood supply to the heart is reduced and a portion of the hearts is not receiving enough oxygen Asystole A condition in which the heart ceased generating electrical impulses. Commonly called flatline. Atrioventricular Valves Term used for the valves that are located between the atrium and the ventricle, specifically the tricuspid and mitral valves. Cardiac Arrest Normal heartbeat and circulation of blood have completely stopped. Cardiology Study of the heart. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Actions taken to revive a person by keeping the person's heart and lungs working. Coronary Arteries Vessels that supply the myocardium. Coronary Artery Disease Diseases that affect the arteries of the heart Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) The presence of a thrombus(Clot) in a vein, usually a deep vein of the lower limbs. Dehydration