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What is the primary function of the pericardium, the protective sac surrounding the heart?
What is the primary function of the pericardium, the protective sac surrounding the heart?
- To provide a smooth surface for the heart to move within the thoracic cavity (correct)
- To anchor the heart in its position within the thoracic cavity
- To supply nutrients and oxygen to the heart muscle
- To regulate the rate and force of heart contraction
Which layer of the cardiac wall is responsible for the pumping action of the heart?
Which layer of the cardiac wall is responsible for the pumping action of the heart?
- Epicardium
- Pericardium
- Myocardium (correct)
- Endocardium
What is the name of the condition where there is an increase in fluid within the pericardial cavity, leading to compression of the heart?
What is the name of the condition where there is an increase in fluid within the pericardial cavity, leading to compression of the heart?
- Coronary artery disease
- Pericarditis
- Cardiac tamponade (correct)
- Myocardial infarction
What is the name of the condition where the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become narrowed or blocked, leading to reduced blood flow?
What is the name of the condition where the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle become narrowed or blocked, leading to reduced blood flow?
What is the primary function of the heart valves?
What is the primary function of the heart valves?
How does the heart regulate blood supply to the body's tissues?
How does the heart regulate blood supply to the body's tissues?
What is the primary function of the pericardium?
What is the primary function of the pericardium?
What is the most likely cause of cardiac tamponade?
What is the most likely cause of cardiac tamponade?
How does the baroreceptor reflex help regulate blood flow?
How does the baroreceptor reflex help regulate blood flow?
Which of the following is a key structural feature of the heart valves?
Which of the following is a key structural feature of the heart valves?
What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease?
What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease?
How does the sympathetic nervous system affect heart rate?
How does the sympathetic nervous system affect heart rate?
What is the primary function of the pericardium?
What is the primary function of the pericardium?
Which condition can result from excessive fluid buildup in the pericardial space?
Which condition can result from excessive fluid buildup in the pericardial space?
What is the primary function of the cardiac valves?
What is the primary function of the cardiac valves?
How are the cardiac valves anchored in place?
How are the cardiac valves anchored in place?
What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease (CAD)?
What is the primary cause of coronary artery disease (CAD)?
Which enzyme is typically the first to appear in the blood after a myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
Which enzyme is typically the first to appear in the blood after a myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
