Match the term with the best descriptor/definition.
-paralysis on one side of the body
A)hemiplegia
B)arteriole
C)dysphasia
D)hypoperfusion
E)cyanosis
F)phlebitis
G)vascular
H)atherosclerosis
I)arteriosclerosis
J)tunica adventitia

Question

Match the term with the best descriptor/definition.​
-​paralysis on one side of the body
A)​hemiplegia
B)​arteriole
C)​dysphasia
D)​hypoperfusion
E)​cyanosis
F)​phlebitis
G)​vascular
H)​atherosclerosis
I)​arteriosclerosis
J)tunica adventitia

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hemiplegia is the term used to describe paralysis on one side of the body.

Answer: I 
 Arteriosclerosis is the hardening of the arteries due to plaque buildup, while atherosclerosis refers specifically to the buildup of plaque on the inner walls of the arteries.

Answer: C 
 Dysphasia is a language disorder characterized by difficulty in communication or processing language.

Answer: D 
 Hypoperfusion refers to a decreased blood flow to an organ or tissue.

Answer: E 
 Cyanosis is a bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membranes due to inadequate oxygenation of the blood.

Answer: G
 Vascular refers to the blood vessels, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

Answer: H 
 Atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque on the inner walls of the arteries, which can lead to narrowing and hardening of the arteries.

Answer: J 
 Tunica adventitia is the outermost layer of a blood vessel, which is composed of connective tissue and helps to support the vessel.

Answer: B 
 Arterioles are small arteries that regulate blood flow to the capillary beds.

Answer: F 
 Phlebitis is inflammation of a vein, typically caused by a blood clot or mechanical irritation from an IV or catheter.

Match the Term with the Best Descriptor/definition.​

Match the Term with the Best Descriptor/definition.