Match each term with its corresponding definition or description.
-"Hardening of the arteries"; occurs when the fatty deposits calcify
A)Atherosclerosis
B)Arteriosclerosis
C)Stroke
D)Osteoarthritis
E)"Barrel chest"
F)Lipping
G)Cataract
H)Hypertension
I)Glaucoma
J)Presbyopia

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Arteriosclerosis refers to the hardening of the arteries, including when the fatty deposits calcify.

Answer: A
 Atherosclerosis specifically refers to the buildup of plaque (fatty deposits) in the arteries.

Answer: C
 A stroke is a condition where blood supply to the brain is restricted or cut off, leading to brain damage or death.

Answer: D
 Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the cartilage wears down over time, leading to pain and stiffness.

Answer: E
 "Barrel chest" refers to a chest that appears larger and more rounded than normal, typically associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Answer: F
 Lipping is when bone spurs develop at the edges of joints due to wear and tear, commonly seen in osteoarthritis.

Answer: G
 A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye, leading to vision loss.

Answer: H
 Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a condition where the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high.

Answer: I
 Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases where damage to the optic nerve leads to vision loss, often associated with high eye pressure.

Answer: J
 Presbyopia is a condition where the lens of the eye loses its flexibility, making it harder to focus up close, typically associated with aging.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition or Description