Question

multiple choice question
growth of lipid deposits in the arterial walls resulting in an increase in blood pressure can be described as which of the following?

atherosclerosis
venous blockage
blood clots
hyperlipidemia

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Atherosclerosis: Defined as the buildup of lipid (and other) deposits in arterial walls, which narrows arteries and increases blood pressure.
• Venous blockage: Involves veins, not arteries, so incorrect.
• Blood clots: Are clumps of blood, not lipid deposits in arterial walls, so incorrect.
• Hyperlipidemia: Is high lipid levels in the blood, not the deposition in arterial walls, so incorrect.

Answer:

A. Atherosclerosis