Fainting is Also Known As

Question

Fainting is also known as
A) eclampsia.
B) vasovagal syncope.
C) infarction.
D) reactive hyperemia.
E) orthostatic hypotension.

Accepted Answer

Fainting is commonly known as vasovagal syncope, which is caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure and heart rate due to emotional distress, pain, or a sudden change in body position. It is a temporary loss of consciousness and muscle tone, usually lasting for a few seconds to a few minutes. Other options such as eclampsia, infarction, reactive hyperemia, and orthostatic hypotension are different conditions that have different causes and symptoms.