@nursingdecode01: ATHEROSCLEROSIS MADE SIMPLE What is happening inside an artery when plaque begins to build up? Atherosclerosis develops when plaque builds up in the walls of the arteries. Over time, the artery can become narrower and blood flow can decrease. When the coronary arteries are affected, reduced blood flow to the heart may contribute to angina, coronary artery disease, and heart attack. For nursing students, remember: Plaque buildup Artery narrowing Reduced blood flow Save this video for your cardiac nursing review. Follow Nursing Decode for nursing concepts made simple. #NursingDecode #Atherosclerosis #CardiacNursing #NursingStudent #NursingSchool