6 Questions
Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating stroke volume (SV)?
SV = EDV - ESV
Which of the following is a measure of ventricular contractility?
Ejection fraction (EF)
In which type of heart failure is ejection fraction (EF) usually normal?
Diastolic heart failure
Which equation correctly represents the mean arterial pressure (MAP)?
MAP = 2/3 DBP + 1/3 SBP
What does the Starling curve describe in relation to the heart?
The relationship between preload (ventricular end-diastolic volume) and stroke volume (CO)
Which factor is NOT associated with increasing myocardial contractility?
Myocardial infarction (MI)
This quiz will test your knowledge on cardiac physiology and heart failure. Learn about the formula for calculating stroke volume, measures of ventricular contractility, and the relationship between ejection fraction and heart failure.
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