Patient Care Technician (PCT) AAH Practice Exam

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What term describes inadequate blood flow to the heart muscle?

Angina
Heart pain
Ischemia
Arrhythmia

The correct answer is: Heart pain

The term that accurately describes inadequate blood flow to the heart muscle is ischemia. Ischemia occurs when there is a restriction in blood supply, which can lead to a shortage of oxygen and nutrients necessary for cellular metabolism. This condition is often a result of blockages in the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart. While angina refers to the chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle does not get enough blood, it is more of a symptom rather than a condition itself. Arrhythmia relates to irregular heartbeats, and heart pain is a vague term that does not specifically address the underlying physiological issue of blood flow restriction. Thus, ischemia is the correct term that directly identifies the lack of adequate blood flow to the heart muscle.