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What is the name given to the initial phase of diastole characterized by rapid filling of the ventricles?
What is the name given to the initial phase of diastole characterized by rapid filling of the ventricles?
During which phase of diastole does only a small amount of blood flow into the ventricles?
During which phase of diastole does only a small amount of blood flow into the ventricles?
What percentage of the diastolic phase does the rapid filling phase occupy?
What percentage of the diastolic phase does the rapid filling phase occupy?
Which of the following statements is true about the series of phases during diastole?
Which of the following statements is true about the series of phases during diastole?
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What is the significance of the rapid filling phase in the cardiac cycle?
What is the significance of the rapid filling phase in the cardiac cycle?
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What occurs during the period following the closure of the valves in the ventricles?
What occurs during the period following the closure of the valves in the ventricles?
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When does the ventricular pressure begin to rise again after it has dropped?
When does the ventricular pressure begin to rise again after it has dropped?
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What ends the rapid drop in ventricular pressure?
What ends the rapid drop in ventricular pressure?
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What is the relationship between ventricular pressure and atrial pressure during this process?
What is the relationship between ventricular pressure and atrial pressure during this process?
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What happens immediately after the A-V valves open?
What happens immediately after the A-V valves open?
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What physiological event primarily takes place during diastole?
What physiological event primarily takes place during diastole?
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Which statement is true regarding the resting phase of the heart muscle?
Which statement is true regarding the resting phase of the heart muscle?
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How does diastole affect ventricular filling dynamics?
How does diastole affect ventricular filling dynamics?
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In what phase of the cardiac cycle does the heart experience its maximum rest?
In what phase of the cardiac cycle does the heart experience its maximum rest?
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What is the significance of ventricular filling during diastole?
What is the significance of ventricular filling during diastole?
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What occurs first at the start of phase II isovolumetric ventricular contraction?
What occurs first at the start of phase II isovolumetric ventricular contraction?
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During isovolumetric contraction, what happens to the ventricular muscle length?
During isovolumetric contraction, what happens to the ventricular muscle length?
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What primarily causes the rise in intra-ventricular pressure during this phase?
What primarily causes the rise in intra-ventricular pressure during this phase?
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What is the state of the valves during isovolumetric ventricular contraction?
What is the state of the valves during isovolumetric ventricular contraction?
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Which of the following best describes the phase immediately preceding isovolumetric contraction?
Which of the following best describes the phase immediately preceding isovolumetric contraction?
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What is the time frame during which contraction occurs in single muscle fibers relative to depolarization and repolarization?
What is the time frame during which contraction occurs in single muscle fibers relative to depolarization and repolarization?
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Which statement correctly describes the relationship between repolarization and contraction duration in single muscle fibers?
Which statement correctly describes the relationship between repolarization and contraction duration in single muscle fibers?
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At what moment does contraction in single muscle fibers begin?
At what moment does contraction in single muscle fibers begin?
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How long after repolarization is contraction said to last in single muscle fibers?
How long after repolarization is contraction said to last in single muscle fibers?
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What event marks the beginning of contraction in single muscle fibers?
What event marks the beginning of contraction in single muscle fibers?
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What is the frequency range of the first heart sound?
What is the frequency range of the first heart sound?
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What primarily causes the second heart sound to be louder and sharper?
What primarily causes the second heart sound to be louder and sharper?
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Why does the first heart sound have a lower frequency than the second heart sound?
Why does the first heart sound have a lower frequency than the second heart sound?
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What characteristic of the second heart sound is influenced by the valve closure dynamics?
What characteristic of the second heart sound is influenced by the valve closure dynamics?
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At what point in the cardiac cycle does the second heart sound occur?
At what point in the cardiac cycle does the second heart sound occur?
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Study Notes
Cardiovascular Physiology
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Cardiac Cycle: A cyclical sequence of events from the start of one heartbeat to the next. It includes diastole (relaxation) and systole (contraction).
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Electrical Activity: Depolarization triggers a contraction wave throughout the myocardium, lasting about 50ms after repolarization.
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Cardiac Cycle Phases (Left Ventricle):
- Phase I (Filling): Blood passively flows into the ventricles due to atrial pressure buildup. Most of ventricular filling occurs during this phase.
- Phase II (Isovolumetric Contraction): Ventricular pressure increases while the AV valves remain closed, leading to a short period before ejection.
- Phase III (Ejection): Ventricular pressure surpasses aortic/pulmonary artery pressures, opening the semilunar valves for rapid expulsion.
- Phase IV (Isovolumetric Relaxation): Ventricular pressure falls below the aortic/pulmonary pressures, causing valve closure and a subsequent decrease in pressure. This marks the end of systole and the start of filling.
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Mechanical Events: Left ventricle events are used to depict all cardiac cycle events.
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End Diastolic Volume (EDV): Blood volume in the ventricle at the end of diastole (filling).
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End Systolic Volume (ESV): Blood volume in the ventricle at the end of systole (ejection).
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Stroke Volume (SV): Blood ejected from the ventricle per contraction (EDV-ESV).
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Ejection Fraction (EF): The percentage of end diastolic volume ejected (SV/EDV). Normal EF is ~65% for the left ventricle and ~45% for the right ventricle.
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Heart Sounds: Generated by the vibrations of heart valves and tissue during contraction and relaxation.
- First Heart Sound (S1): Caused by the closure of atrioventricular valves (AV valves).
- Second Heart Sound (S2): Caused by the closure of semilunar valves (aortic and pulmonary).
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Third Heart Sound (S3): Sometimes present in healthy, young adults or children, but can be associated with pathologies in older or diseased individuals.
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Fourth Heart Sound (S4): Often pathologic, related to ventricular resistance or stiffness.
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Murmurs/Bruits: Abnormal heart sounds indicating potential valve issues or other vascular problems.
Case Scenario (Page 6-7)
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Patient Profile: A 60-year-old male with hypertension, palpitations, and shortness of breath, exhibiting a heart rate of 125 beats per minute.
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Questions:
- Which part of the cardiac cycle (systole or diastole) is primarily affected by a high heart rate?
- How does a high heart rate impact LV end-diastolic volume and stroke volume?
- Is there a heightened chance of a fourth heart sound (S4) and why?
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Test your knowledge on the cardiac cycle and its phases in cardiovascular physiology. Explore the electrical activity and the sequence of events during a heartbeat, from contraction to relaxation. Understand the dynamics of the left ventricle and the flow of blood during each phase.
