Across
- 4. Hives; a skin rash with red, raised, itchy bumps.
- 5. Failure: Inadequate gas exchange by the respiratory system, leading to insufficient oxygenation or ventilation.
- 7. Shock: A severe drop in blood sugar, leading to loss of consciousness or death.
- 9. Breathing: Deep, labored breathing pattern often associated with severe metabolic acidosis.
- 10. Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS): A viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus.
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- 1. Ischemia: Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, causing chest pain or discomfort.
- 2. Valve: The heart valve between the right atrium and right ventricle.
- 3. A fast, irregular heart rhythm.
- 6. Vein Distension (JVD): A sign of increased central venous pressure, often seen in heart failure.
- 8. Electrical Activity (PEA): A condition in which the heart has an organized electrical rhythm but fails to pump blood effectively.