Glossary

chronic inflammatory disorder affecting the airways

an arrhythmia involving irregular contractions of the upper chambers of the heart

lung infection acquired outside of a hospital setting

lung disease secondary to airway abnormalities

infection caused by SARS-CoV-2 virus

an abnormal amount of lipids within the body

shortness of breath

insufficient cardiac output resulting in lack of oxygen to the body

Heart failure where ejection fraction is >50%

Heart failure where ejection fraction is <40%

high blood pressure

Intervention prior to health event occuring

chest pain secondary to exercise or emotional stress (often relieved with rest)

chest pain at rest or with activity