Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Exam

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What does arteriosclerosis refer to?

Loss of elasticity of the arteries
Hypertension
Brain hemorrhage
Heart valve disease

The correct answer is: Loss of elasticity of the arteries

Arteriosclerosis refers to the loss of elasticity of the arteries. This condition typically involves the thickening and hardening of arterial walls, which can impede blood flow and elevate blood pressure. As arteries lose their flexibility, they become less able to accommodate the surge of blood with each heartbeat, which can lead to various cardiovascular issues. The other choices describe different medical conditions. Hypertension is characterized by consistently high blood pressure but does not specifically denote hardness or loss of elasticity in arteries. A brain hemorrhage refers to bleeding within the brain, often resulting from a ruptured blood vessel, and is unrelated to artery structure. Heart valve disease involves defects in the heart valves, affecting blood flow but not directly related to the elasticity of arteries. Thus, the correct choice accurately describes the specific condition that arteriosclerosis signifies.