Blood flow to the right side of the heart muscle decreases due to constriction of the ________, and decreased blood flow to the heart tissue can result in ________.
A)left coronary artery; mitral valve prolapse
B)right pulmonary artery; endocarditis
C)right coronary artery; ischemia
D)left coronary vein; myocardial infarction

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The only option that mentions the right side of the heart and decreased blood flow to the heart tissue is option C. Constriction of the right coronary artery can lead to decreased blood flow (ischemia) to the right side of the heart muscle. The other options do not pertain to the right side of the heart or decreased blood flow to the heart tissue.

Blood Flow to the Right Side of the Heart Muscle