Cardiovascular Pharmacology Quiz: Practice Questions and Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the function of the cardiovascular system?

Distribute blood throughout the body using blood vessels

What is the role of white blood cells (Leukocytes) in the body?

Fight diseases (infections) by producing antibodies

What is the function of red blood cells (Erythrocytes) in the body?

Transport oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the cells to the lungs

What is the composition of blood?

Red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of blood in the body?

Transport nutrients to the body’s cells and carry waste products away from them Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cardiovascular diseases with their respective drugs used for treatment:

Hypertension = Antihypertensive drugs Coronary artery disease = Antiplatelet drugs Heart failure = Diuretics and ACE inhibitors Arrhythmias = Antiarrhythmic drugs Signup and view all the answers

Match the following blood components with their functions:

Red blood cells (Erythrocytes) = Transport oxygen from lungs to body and carbon dioxide from cells to lungs White blood cells (Leukocytes) = Fight diseases (infections) by producing antibodies Platelets = Assist in blood clotting Plasma = Transport nutrients to body's cells and carries waste products away from them Signup and view all the answers

Match the following blood vessels with their descriptions:

Arteries = Carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body Capillaries = Tiny blood vessels where oxygen and nutrients are exchanged for waste products Veins = Carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart from the body Venules = Small veins that connect capillaries to larger veins Signup and view all the answers

Match the following functions with their respective blood components:

Transporting oxygen = Red blood cells (Erythrocytes) Clotting = Platelets Fighting infections = White blood cells (Leukocytes) Transporting nutrients and waste products = Plasma Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions in relation to the cardiovascular system:

Cardiovascular system = Distributes blood throughout the body using blood vessels Hypertension = High blood pressure Coronary artery disease = Narrowing of the coronary arteries due to plaque buildup Arrhythmias = Irregular heart rhythms Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cardiovascular System

The cardiovascular system functions to transport oxygen and nutrients to cells and remove waste products.

Blood Cells

White blood cells (Leukocytes) play a crucial role in the body's immune system, fighting infections and diseases.
Red blood cells (Erythrocytes) are responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and organs.

Blood Composition

Blood is composed of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Blood Function

The primary role of blood is to transport oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells and remove waste products, such as carbon dioxide and lactic acid.

Cardiovascular Diseases and Treatment

Various cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension, heart failure, and atherosclerosis, are treated with specific drugs, such as ACE inhibitors, beta blockers, and statins.

Blood Components and Functions

Plasma: transports nutrients, hormones, and proteins
Red blood cells: carries oxygen to tissues and organs
White blood cells: fights infections and diseases
Platelets: forms blood clots to prevent excessive bleeding

Blood Vessels

Arteries: carry oxygenated blood away from the heart
Veins: carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart
Capillaries: allow for the exchange of oxygen and nutrients with cells

Cardiovascular Terms

Hypertension: high blood pressure
Atherosclerosis: buildup of plaque in arteries, leading to narrowing or blockage
Heart failure: inability of the heart to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs