« previous next »

Author Question: Coarctation of the aorta is dangerous dilation of the aorta. Indicate whether the statement is ... (Read 93 times)

Wadzanai

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 528
on: Jun 27, 2018
Coarctation of the aorta is dangerous dilation of the aorta.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The prefix micro- means in parts.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


Tabitha_2016

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Coarctation is when the aorta is compressed, reducing circulation. Aneurysm is a bulging or dilation of the aorta.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: The prefix micro- means small.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

More than 150,000 Americans killed by cardiovascular disease are younger than the age of 65 years.

Did you know?

Intradermal injections are somewhat difficult to correctly administer because the skin layers are so thin that it is easy to accidentally punch through to the deeper subcutaneous layer.

Did you know?

Stevens-Johnson syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis syndrome are life-threatening reactions that can result in death. Complications include permanent blindness, dry-eye syndrome, lung damage, photophobia, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, permanent loss of nail beds, scarring of mucous membranes, arthritis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Many patients' pores scar shut, causing them to retain heat.

Did you know?

To combat osteoporosis, changes in lifestyle and diet are recommended. At-risk patients should include 1,200 to 1,500 mg of calcium daily either via dietary means or with supplements.

Did you know?

It is difficult to obtain enough calcium without consuming milk or other dairy foods.

Varicosis. (a) Varicose veins develop due to the failure of valves in the superficial veins of the l Varicosis. (a) Varicose veins develop due to the failure of valves in the superficial veins of the l
A noose hanging from a “Liberty Tree” reveals this artist’s bias: The “tar-and-feathering” of a Brit A noose hanging from a “Liberty Tree” reveals this artist’s bias: The “tar-and-feathering” of a Brit
Barenaked Ladies - Lovers in a Dangerous Time Barenaked Ladies - Lovers in a Dangerous Time
Example of Reconciling a Bank Statement Example of Reconciling a Bank Statement
The permissible exposure limit (PEL) and immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) ... The permissible exposure limit (PEL) and immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) ...
In Marfan syndrome, defective connective tissue causes the base of the aorta to enlarge, and potenti In Marfan syndrome, defective connective tissue causes the base of the aorta to enlarge, and potenti
Video: New DNA Strand Replication

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library