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kamilo84

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Explain the effects of long-term chronic high blood pressure on the blood vessels and the heart.
 
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People who are obese carry approximately ________ or more pounds of excess weight.
 
  A. 15 to 30
  B. 25 to 40
  C. 30 to 45
  D. 40 to 50


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Jmfn03

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

High blood pressure increases the workload on the heart. This excess workload can eventually damage the heart
muscle's ability to pump blood effectively throughout the body. Chronic high blood pressure can damage the lining
of arteries, resulting in atherosclerosis and increasing the risk of CHD and stroke.

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Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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