Question

question 7 (2.5 points) statins are drugs that may be used to lower cholesterol levels. true false question 8 (2.5 points) an arrhythmia is any change or deviation from the normal rate or rhythm of the heart. true false question 9 (2.5 points) systolic blood pressure of 140 or greater or diastolic blood pressure of 90 or greater is a) hypertension b) bradycardia

Explanation:

• For Question 7: Statins are well - known drugs for lowering cholesterol levels by inhibiting an enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the liver.
• For Question 8: The medical definition of arrhythmia is any deviation from the normal heart rate or rhythm, which can be due to various factors like electrical conduction problems in the heart.
• For Question 9: A systolic blood pressure of 140 or greater or a diastolic blood pressure of 90 or greater is classified as hypertension. Bradycardia refers to a slow heart rate, not high blood pressure.

Answer:

Question 7: True
Question 8: True
Question 9: a) hypertension