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PSY 255 - Health Psychology
Exam 2 material
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Psychology
Undergraduate 2
04/07/2010

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What is arteriosclerosis?
Definition
Hardening of the arteries
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What is an arrhythmia?
Definition
A non productive movement of the heart muscle
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What is a stroke?
Definition
An arterial blockage that inhibits (or prevents) blood flow to the brain
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What does 'CVD' stand for?
Definition
Cardiovascular Disease
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What is CVD?
Definition
Diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels
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What is hypertension?
Definition
A common, generally asymptomatic disorder.
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What is coronary heart disease?
Definition
A general term that describes diseases of the heart caused by atherosclerotic deposits
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