Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics
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What is the main function of capillaries?

  • Store blood
  • Regulate blood pressure
  • Transport oxygenated blood
  • Facilitate exchange between blood and tissues (correct)
  • Veins carry blood away from the heart.

    False

    What is the primary function of elastic arteries?

  • They push blood from the heart during ventricular diastole. (correct)
  • They distribute blood to the capillaries.
  • They carry blood back to the heart.
  • They facilitate gas exchange in tissues.
  • What are the three layers of blood vessels called?

    <p>Tunics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The arterioles branch into tissues and become __________.

    <p>capillaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vasodilation refers to the contraction of smooth muscle fibers in blood vessels.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main components that make up the tunica externa of blood vessels?

    <p>collagen and elastic fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of blood vessels is composed of smooth muscle and connective tissue?

    <p>Tunica media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The network of tiny vessels servicing large blood vessels is called the __________.

    <p>vasa vasorum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vasodilation results in an increase in the lumen diameter.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the tunica externa in blood vessels?

    <p>To provide structural support and protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the blood vessel type with its description:

    <p>Arteries = Carry blood away from the heart Veins = Return blood to the heart Capillaries = Facilitate exchange of substances Arterioles = Regulate blood flow to tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following blood vessel structures with their functions:

    <p>Endothelium = Facilitates diffusion and provides a smooth surface Basement membrane = Anchors endothelium and provides tensile strength Elastic fibres = Maintains extensibility of blood vessels Smooth muscle = Mediates vasoconstriction and vasodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of blood vessel carries blood away from the heart?

    <p>Arteries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Veins are responsible for carrying oxygenated blood away from the heart.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of capillaries in the circulatory system?

    <p>Exchange of nutrients and waste between blood and tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The two primary processes involved in blood vessel diameter changes are ______________ and ______________.

    <p>vasoconstriction, vasodilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following layers of blood vessels with their descriptions:

    <p>Tunica intima = Inner layer that is in contact with blood Tunica media = Middle layer responsible for vasoconstriction and vasodilation Tunica externa = Outer layer providing structural support Endothelium = Layer of cells lining the blood vessel inner surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regulates the resistance in blood vessels?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Capillaries are large-diameter vessels that allow for high velocity blood flow.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define a blood reservoir and its importance in the cardiovascular system.

    <p>A blood reservoir is a storage area within the body that can hold blood; it is important for maintaining blood pressure during times of need.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics

    • Five main types of blood vessels exist: arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins.
    • All form a large interconnected loop.
    • Arteries and arterioles carry blood away from the heart.
      • Large elastic arteries carry initial blood from the heart.
      • Branch into muscular, medium-sized arteries.
      • Small arteries branch into arterioles.
    • Capillaries facilitate exchange between blood and tissues.
      • Arterioles branch into capillaries in tissues.
      • Thin walls facilitate exchange.
    • Veins and venules return blood to the heart.
      • Capillaries merge into venules.
      • Venules merge into larger veins that return blood to the heart.

    Blood Vessel Structure

    • Blood vessels have three layers called tunics:
      • Tunica interna: innermost endothelial lining.
      • Tunica media: middle smooth muscle layer.
      • Tunica externa: outermost connective tissue layer.
    • The tunica interna lines blood vessel walls.
      • Provides thin endothelial lining in direct contact with blood.
      • Facilitates exchange by diffusion.
      • Provides smooth surface for blood flow.
    • The tunica media varies between vessel types.
      • Contains smooth muscle and elastic fibers.
      • Mediates vasoconstriction and vasodilation.
    • The tunica externa varies between vessel types.
      • Mostly collagen and elastic fibers.
      • Contains many nerves.
      • Support larger blood vessels (vasa vasorum).

    Capillary Beds

    • Capillaries are the smallest blood vessels (5-10 μm diameter).
    • Branch extensively, supplying all body cells with nutrients and removing waste.
    • Three mechanisms of capillary exchange: diffusion, transcytosis, and bulk flow.
      • Diffusion: movement of substances due to concentration gradients.
      • Transcytosis: movement of large molecules through cells (e.g. hormones, antibodies).
      • Bulk flow: collective movement of large amounts of molecules from high pressure to low pressure.
    • Capillary beds have a unique structure.
      • Lack both the tunica externa and media.
      • Only endothelium and basement membrane for rapid diffusion.
      • Many branches increase total surface area for exchange (capillary beds).
    • Capillaries branch from metarterioles to 10-100 capillaries.
      • Through capillaries, or through a thoroughfare channel to venules.

    Venules and Veins

    • Venules are thin-walled vessels that lose shape easily.
    • Muscular venules can stretch.
    • Veins change shape as they merge into larger vessels, but all are thin-walled.
    • Contain valves to prevent backflow.
    • Accumulate large blood volumes.
    • Venous return, movement of blood from capillaries to the heart depends on skeletal muscle pump.
    • The respiratory pump helps to compress veins during inhalation to increase venous return.

    Blood Pressure

    • Blood pressure (BP) is the hydrostatic pressure exerted by blood on blood vessel walls.
    • Measured in mmHg.
    • Affected by cardiac output, blood volume, and resistance.
    • Systolic blood pressure is highest during ventricular contraction, while diastolic blood pressure is lowest during ventricular relaxation.
    • Blood flows from high to low pressure.

    Blood Flow

    • Blood flow is the volume of blood moving through a given tissue per unit of time.
    • Measured in mL/min.
    • Cardiac output (CO) is the total blood flow.
    • Perfusion is the extent of blood flow to particular areas.
    • Many factors modulate blood flow.
      • Resistance: friction between blood and vessel walls.
      • Viscosity (thickness of blood).
      • Length of blood vessels.
      • Total cross-sectional area.
    • The net filtration pressure (NFP) determines whether fluid volume in tissues changes.

    Homeostatic Control

    • Many factors regulate blood pressure.
      • Hormones (e.g., ADH, ANP, epinephrine, norepinephrine).
      • Autonomic nervous system (vasoconstriction/vasodilation).
    • Physical changes(e.g., temperature, stretching), can also affect blood vessel diameter/tone and modulate blood flow.

    Shock

    • Shock occurs when insufficient blood flow leads to cellular damage.
    • Different types of shock exist, including hypovolemic, cardiogenic, anaphylactic, neurogenic, and obstructive shock.
    • Shock causes the body's physiological responses to compensate.
    • The body attempts to release ADH, stimulate the RAA pathway and sympathetic nervous system.

    Hypertension

    • Hypertension is persistently elevated blood pressure.
    • Idiopathic hypertension: no identifiable cause.
    • Physiological causes: increased blood volume, increased vascular resistance, or increased cardiac output.
    • Systemic and pulmonary circulations are the two main circulatory routes.

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