Question

diseases of the heart and blood vessels are collectively known as which of the following?

cardiovascular disease

atherosclerosis

angina pectoris

arrhythmia

question 2
1 pts

the cardiovascular system includes:

the heart and blood vessels.

the lungs.

the blood vessels only.

the heart only.

Explanation:

Identify collective term for heart and blood vessel diseases

Diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels are collectively referred to as cardiovascular disease, where "cardio" relates to the heart and "vascular" refers to blood vessels.

Identify components of the cardiovascular system

The cardiovascular system is the circulatory network that consists of the heart and the blood vessels (arteries, veins, and capillaries) to transport blood throughout the body.

Answer:

Question 1

• cardiovascular disease (Correct answer)
• atherosclerosis
• angina pectoris
• arrhythmia

Question 2

• the heart and blood vessels. (Correct answer)
• the lungs.
• the blood vessels only.
• the heart only.