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What is the main function of the Sarcoplasmic Reticulum in muscle cells?
Which event triggers the release of calcium from the Sarcoplasmic Reticulum?
What percentage of calcium found in muscle cells comes from the Sarcoplasmic Reticulum?
Which part of the heart is responsible for atrial depolarization?
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During which phase of the Cardiac Cycle do the ventricles relax?
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What is the main function of Noncontractile cardiac Cells in the heart?
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Which part of the heart is involved in the sequence of excitation following the SA node?
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What phase of the Cardiac Cycle involves ventricular ejection?
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Which factor plays a key role in determining Stroke Volume according to Frank-Starling Law of the heart?
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What effect does sympathetic control have on the heart's permeability to Na+ and Ca2+?
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Which structure is primarily responsible for the fetal adaptation known as Ductus Arteriosus?
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What cardiac problem is characterized by multiple myocardial infarctions?
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Which neurotransmitter is involved in parasympathetic control of heart rate?
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What does EDV-ESV represent in terms of cardiac physiology?
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What chamber forms the Bulbis cordis during embryology of the heart?
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What serves as the communication link for the heart to transport hormones and proteins?
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Which part of the heart is responsible for the spontaneous depolarization of the heart muscle cells?
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Where can angina pectoris occur in the heart?
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Which layer of the heart consists of branched and striated cells?
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What is the function of chordae tendonae in the heart?
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Which artery supplies blood to the anterior part of the heart's septum and walls?
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What is the main function of the serous pericardium layers in protecting the heart?
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Which structure in the heart is responsible for preventing the backflow of blood from ventricles to atria?
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Which layer of the blood vessel is responsible for vasoconstriction and vasodilation?
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In blood vessels, which structure contains collagen fibers and vasa vasorum?
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What type of capillaries have larger fenestrations allowing for rapid exchange?
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Which type of artery is also known as distributing arteries?
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What is the function of venules in the circulatory system?
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Total Peripheral Resistance (TPR) in circulation is directly proportional to which factor?
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What factor determines Blood Flow in the circulatory system?
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Which type of blood vessel has valves to prevent backflow of blood?
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Which factor plays a critical role in determining Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?
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What is the primary mechanism through which arteriolar vasodilation contributes to regulating blood pressure?
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Which hormone is associated with long-term regulation of blood pressure?
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What is the primary cause of primary (or essential) Hypertension according to the given text?
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In the context of arterial blood pressure, which factor directly contributes to maintaining homeostasis by decreasing output from the vasomotor center?
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Which center in the Cardiovascular Center is responsible for inhibiting heart rate?
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What is the primary function of Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP) in relation to blood pressure regulation?
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What is the main cause of Secondary Hypertension as outlined in the provided text?
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What is a possible symptom of Orthostatic hypotension?
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In Circulatory Shock, which type is characterized by an allergic reaction?
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Which process describes the movement of lipid soluble substances across capillaries?
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What is the primary function of Interstitial fluid osmotic pressure in capillary exchange?
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What does the term 'Coronary' refer to in medical terminology?
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What word describes inflammation of an artery?
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What is the meaning of 'Angina Pectoris' based on its Latin roots?
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'Embolus' can be distinguished from 'Thrombus' based on:
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'Valvuloplasty' typically involves:
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Where are Peyer’s Patches located?
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What is the primary function of the cysterna chyli?
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What is the main role of the thymus gland in the lymphatic system?
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Which lymphatic organ serves as a site for lymphocyte proliferation?
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What differentiates Lymphatic Capillaries from blood capillaries?
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In the lymphatic system, what is the function of Lymphatic Trunks?
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What is the primary function of MALT in the lymphatic system?
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What is the role of the Thoracic Duct in the lymphatic system?
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What are the primary functions of the lymphatic system?
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Describe the anatomy of lymphatic capillaries.
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What are the functions of lymphatic trunks in the lymphatic system?
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Explain the role of the thoracic duct in the lymphatic system.
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What are the primary lymphatic organs and their functions?
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List the components of MALT in the lymphatic system.
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What is the main function of lymph nodes?
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Explain the formation and flow of lymph in the lymphatic system.
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What are the four types of imbalances in blood pressure mentioned in the text?
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List the three types of shock under vascular shock.
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What are the two movements of molecules mentioned under Capillary Exchange?
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Identify the two types of pressures mentioned under Capillary Exchange.
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What does the term 'Angina Pectoris' mean based on its Latin roots?
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Define 'Arteritis'.
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Explain the difference between Embolus and Thrombus.
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What is the meaning of 'Phlebitis'?
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What is the main function of the Sarcoplasmic Reticulum in muscle cells?
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Where are Peyer’s Patches located in the body?
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Explain how the Frank-Starling Law of the heart is related to the length of muscle fibers.
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Describe the impact of increased contractility on stroke volume.
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How does sympathetic control influence the heart's permeability to Na+ and Ca2+?
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Explain the role of the Bulbis cordis during the embryology of the heart.
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What adaptations does the fetal heart undergo to optimize oxygen delivery?
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What are the clinical manifestations of Congestive Heart Failure?
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Explain the mechanisms of Tachycardia and Bradycardia.
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How does the concept of compliance relate to the cardiac system?
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What is the Cardiac Output formula, and how is it calculated?
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Discuss the role of the Endocardial tubes in the embryology of the heart.
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The left coronary artery branches into the anterior interventricular artery and the _______ artery.
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Cardiac myocytes are characterized by being _______ and striated.
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The pacemaker cells in the heart are known for their ability to spontaneously depolarize, a process called _______.
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The fibrous pericardium and the serous pericardium (composed of parietal and _______ layers) protect the heart.
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The great cardiac vein, middle cardiac vein, and small cardiac vein are examples of _______ veins in the heart.
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Sarcoplasmic reticulum stores ______
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Extracellular calcium triggers the release of calcium from the ______
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Slow calcium channels allow for the entry of 10-20% of extracellular ______
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80-90% calcium comes from the ______
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Atrial depolarization is part of the ______
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Isovolumetric ventricular relaxation occurs during the _______ phase of the Cardiac Cycle
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_______ volume is the volume of blood in the ventricle at the end of diastole
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_______ law of the heart describes the relationship between preload and stroke volume
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_______ control leads to increased heart rate and permeability to Na+ and Ca2+
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_______ arteries and vein are part of the fetal heart adaptations
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Lymphatic capillaries are highly ________
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The thoracic duct drains most of the ________
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The thymus gland contains ________ lobes
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The spleen is a storage site for ________
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Peyer's Patches are collections of ________
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The primary function of the white pulp in the spleen is related to ________ proliferation
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The lymph nodes receive lymph through ________ lymph vessels
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The tonsils include Palatine, Lingual, Pharyngeal, and Tubal ________
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_______ are blood vessels that are responsible for vasoconstriction and vasodilation.
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_______ law of the heart describes the relationship between preload and stroke volume
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In capillary exchange, molecules move through capillary walls via _______ and transcytosis.
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Vessel radius is _______ proportional to resistance.
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The _______ receives lymph through lymph vessels
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_______ volume is the volume of blood in the ventricle at the end of diastole
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_______ are the smallest blood vessels where gas exchange occurs.
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Total Peripheral Resistance (TPR) is associated with resistance in the _______ circulation.
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_______ pressure is pulsatile
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_______ is the main cause of Secondary Hypertension as outlined in the provided text
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_______ Shock results from blood or fluid loss
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_______ capillary pressure is responsible for pushing fluids out of the capillaries
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_______ shock includes anaphylactic shock, neurogenic shock, and septic shock
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_______ refers to the process of circular movement in the cardiovascular system
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_______ shock is characterized by weak pulse and vasoconstriction
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