Asked by Cynthia Garcia on Jul 17, 2024
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Circulatory
A) congestive heart failure
B) leukemia
C) both congestive heart failure and leukemia
Congestive Heart Failure
A condition where the heart's function as a pump is inadequate to meet the body's needs, leading to symptoms such as shortness of breath.
Leukemia
A type of cancer of the body's blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow and the lymphatic system, leading to an increase in white blood cells that can impair the body's ability to fight infection.
Circulatory
Pertaining to the circulation, especially the movement of blood through the heart and blood vessels.
- Attain knowledge on the mechanisms and pathologies present in congestive heart failure and leukemia cases.
Verified Answer
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Grace FrauenheimJul 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Congestive heart failure primarily involves the circulatory system as it is a condition where the heart's function as a pump is inadequate to meet the body's needs. Leukemia, a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, also involves the circulatory system as it directly impacts the production and function of blood cells within the circulatory system.
Learning Objectives
- Attain knowledge on the mechanisms and pathologies present in congestive heart failure and leukemia cases.