This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: What is the general term for incurable diseases of the heart for which the only treatment would be ... (Read 121 times)

SGallaher96

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 509
on: Jul 18, 2018
What is the general term for incurable diseases of the heart for which the only treatment would be heart transplantation?
 a. atherosclerosis
  b. arrhythmias
  c. cardioplegia
  d. cardiomyopathies

Question 2

Which device is used for patients awaiting heart transplant that allows them to be ambulatory and has both internal and external components to the system?
 a. ventricular assist device
  b. left ventricular vent
  c. cardiac pacemaker
  d. vena cava filter


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

b614102004

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 320
Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

a


SGallaher96

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 509
Reply #2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Correct answers!


b614102004

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 320
Reply #3 on: Jul 18, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


« previous next »
 

Did you know?

An identified risk factor for osteoporosis is the intake of excessive amounts of vitamin A. Dietary intake of approximately double the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, by women, has been shown to reduce bone mineral density and increase the chances for hip fractures compared with women who consumed the recommended daily amount (or less) of vitamin A.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

Many supplement containers do not even contain what their labels say. There are many documented reports of products containing much less, or more, that what is listed on their labels. They may also contain undisclosed prescription drugs and even contaminants.

Did you know?

Cytomegalovirus affects nearly the same amount of newborns every year as Down syndrome.

Did you know?

You should not take more than 1,000 mg of vitamin E per day. Doses above this amount increase the risk of bleeding problems that can lead to a stroke.

General structure of an amino acid General structure of an amino acid
Anterior Heart Anterior Heart
A general hospital A general hospital
General location of the primary auditory cortex and areas of secondary auditory cortex. Most ... General location of the primary auditory cortex and areas of secondary auditory cortex. Most ...
Antiretroviral Drugs Used for the Treatment of HIV/AIDS Antiretroviral Drugs Used for the Treatment of HIV/AIDS
Microbiology with Diseases by Body System, 3e (Bauman) Microbiology with Diseases by Body System, 3e (Bauman)
Video: Digestive System Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library