10 Questions
Which vein carries blood from the head, neck, arm, and chest to the right atrium?
Superior vena cava
What condition results from constriction/obstruction of the inferior vena cava?
Inferior vena cava syndrome
Where is the SA (sinoatrial) node located?
Upper wall of the right atrium
What occurs in atrial fibrillation?
Atria do not contract fully
Which artery supplies blood to the left ventricle?
Left main coronary artery
What is the role of the tricuspid valve?
Allows blood flow from right atrium to right ventricle
What is the function of the myocardium in the heart?
Contracts to pump blood out of chambers
What is the purpose of endocardium in the heart?
Provides innermost layer lining and prevents clots
What happens when the right ventricle contracts?
It begins pulmonary circuit to oxygenate blood
What supplies blood to the right atrium?
Right coronary artery
Test your knowledge of the cardiovascular system's vena cavas with this quiz. Explore the anatomy and functions of the inferior and superior vena cava, and their role in blood circulation.
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