HSC level 3 unit 1 revision

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what is cardiovascular disease
problems with the heart
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who does this usually affect
old people
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what happens to the heart when an individual ages
the heart increases in size and heart walls thicken
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why is this an issue
It makes it difficult for the heart to pump blood
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what happens to the arteries when the heart changes
artery walls narrow
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what causes the change in the arteries
build up of cholesterol
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why is this an issue
blood doesn't pass through as easily
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what helps the heart pump blood
pacemaker cells
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How does this change when an individual ages
The quantity decreases
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why is this an issue
The heart can't pump blood properly
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what influences the change in heart
health and lifestyle
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How can individuals improve heart function
balanced diet and exercise
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name a negative effect of cardiovascular disease
reduced mobility
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name another negative effect of cardiovascular disease
depression
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name a positive effect of cardiovascular disease
closer relationships with loved ones
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who does this usually affect

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old people

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what happens to the heart when an individual ages

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why is this an issue

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what happens to the arteries when the heart changes

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