Match the items below with the most appropriate description.
-wandering blood clot
A)plaque
B)HDL
C)myocardium
D)embolus
E)LDL
F)metabolic syndrome
G)MI
H)platelet
I)hemorrhage
J)angina pectoris

Question

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A wandering blood clot is also known as an embolus.

Answer: A
 Plaque refers to the buildup of cholesterol and other substances in the walls of arteries.

Answer: C
 Myocardium is the muscular tissue of the heart.

Answer: D
 A wandering blood clot is also known as an embolus.

Answer: E
 LDL or low-density lipoprotein is known as "bad" cholesterol because it can contribute to plaque buildup in arteries.

Answer: F
 Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions including high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels that can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Answer: G
 MI stands for myocardial infarction, which is commonly known as a heart attack.

Answer: H
 Platelets are small, colorless cell fragments in the blood that help form blood clots to stop bleeding.

Answer: I
 Hemorrhage refers to excessive or abnormal bleeding, such as in the case of a ruptured blood vessel.

Answer: J
 Angina pectoris is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesn't get enough oxygen-rich blood.

Match the Items Below with the Most Appropriate Description