Across
- 2. VEIN DISTENSION Swelling of neck veins due to fluid overload
- 6. EDEMA Fluid accumulation in the lungs
- 7. Medication used to strengthen heart contractions
- 8. VALVE Heart valve regulating blood flow from the left ventricle
- 10. INSUFFICIENCY Condition hindering proper blood return to the heart
- 11. FRACTION Measurement of the heart's pumping efficiency
- 13. BLOCKERS Medications that help lower heart rate and blood pressure
- 15. Imaging test to assess heart structure and function
- 16. Accumulation of fluid in body tissues
- 17. Shortness of breath a common symptom of CHF
- 20. VENTRICLE Heart chamber responsible for pumping oxygenated blood
- 21. VALVE Heart valve controlling blood flow between left atrium and ventricle
- 23. Abdominal swelling due to fluid buildup
Down
- 1. Extreme tiredness or weakness common in CHF patients
- 3. Irregular heart rhythm sometimes seen in CHF patients
- 4. Disease of the heart muscle often leading to CHF
- 5. RESTRICTION Dietary adjustment to manage fluid retention
- 9. INHIBITORS Medications to lower blood pressure and reduce strain on the heart
- 12. ARTERIES Blood vessels supplying the heart with oxygen
- 14. RETENTION Common issue in CHF leading to edema
- 17. Medications to help eliminate excess fluid from the body
- 18. EDEMA Swelling in the lower extremities often seen in CHF patients
- 19. Important electrolyte to monitor in CHF patients
- 22. FAILURE Condition where the heart cannot pump effectively