Unit 1- human lifespan development - cardio vascular disease an ageing 0.0 / 5 ? Health & Social Carecardio vascular diseaseAgeingBTEC NationalAQA Created by: neb_xCreated on: 15-05-18 14:18 Risk of cv disease Increases with age but likelihood may also be increased or reduced b y other factors. 1 of 9 Changes in the hear with ageing- heart size. -Heart may increase with size--> heart walla thickening--> more difficult for heart muscles to relax and fill with blood between beats. 2 of 9 Changes in the hear with ageing- artery walls Artery walls narrow due to clogging by fats called cholesterol, preventing blood from passing easily. 3 of 9 Changes in the hear with ageing- pacemaker cells Pacemaker cells decrease causing problems with the rhythm of the heart. 4 of 9 Changes in the hear with ageing- Valves Valves inside the heart thicken and become stiffer. 5 of 9 Health factors that can exacerbate heart disease Genetic inheritence, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes. 6 of 9 Lifestyle factors that can increase the risk cardiovascular disease Smoking, alcohol, lack of excercise, diet high in saturated fat, diet high in salt. 7 of 9 negative effects of cardio vascular disease loss of independence, anxiety about health, depression, anger, frustration, reduced mobility, loss of opportunity to develop new friendships 8 of 9 positive effects of cardio vascular disease - Closer relationships with family members and friends. - Choosing to improve lifestyle. 9 of 9
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