Cardiovascular System Control in KINE 4420

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What effect do beta receptors have on blood vessels in the cardiovascular system?

Vasodilation (correct)

Increase heart rate

Decrease blood pressure

Vasoconstriction

Which hormone affects both alpha and beta receptors in the cardiovascular system?

Insulin

Cortisol

Adrenaline (correct)

Thyroxine

What is a common method mentioned to help control heart rate and blood pressure?

Sedentary lifestyle

High salt diet

Autogenic exercise (correct)

Skipping meals

The Lifestyle Heart Trial by Dr. Dean Ornish focused on reversing which cardiovascular condition?

Coronary Insufficiencies Signup and view all the answers

Which factors can cause problems in the cardiovascular system according to the text?

Local chemical factors Signup and view all the answers

What type of exercise or training may be helpful in controlling heart rate and blood pressure?

Heart rate variability training Signup and view all the answers

What is the only alternative medicine treatment covered by Medicare in the USA?

Dean Ornish Spectrum Program Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to be held during the Heart Lock Exercise?

Feeling of gratitude Signup and view all the answers

What condition is NOT mentioned as being treated with Peripheral DR?

High Cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential cause of migraines according to the text?

Supersensitivity to changes in chemicals/blood flow Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT associated with stress and cardiovascular function?

Lowered cortisol levels Signup and view all the answers

How do beta receptors affect blood vessels in the cardiovascular system?

Induce vasodilation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of local chemical and physical factors in arterioles?

Regulating oxygen and CO2 levels Signup and view all the answers

How does Noradrenalin primarily impact blood vessels in the cardiovascular system?

Enhances vasoconstriction Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the biofeedback techniques mentioned for controlling heart rate and blood pressure?

Autogenic exercise and heart rate variability training Signup and view all the answers

Which disorder is associated with Cardiac Arrhythmias and Angina as mentioned in the text?

Heart attacks Signup and view all the answers

What are the four components of 'The Dean Ornish Program' for Reversing Heart Disease?

Diet, exercise, stress control, sharing emotions Signup and view all the answers

In the Dean Ornish Spectrum Program, what conditions can be successfully treated besides coronary artery disease (CAD)?

Prostate cancer, diabetes, and obesity Signup and view all the answers

According to Eliot’s Findings on Heart Disorders, what does the term 'Hot Reactors' refer to?

Those who have Type A personality traits Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the Heart Lock Exercise mentioned in the text?

It is a form of meditation that focuses on achieving heart coherence. Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as a potential cause of classical migraines according to the text?

Abnormal brain wave patterns (EEG) in specific brain areas Signup and view all the answers

What is one key aspect of stress and its impact on cardiovascular function according to the text?

Reduction in heart rate variability Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT mentioned as being successfully treated with Peripheral DR in the text?

Atherosclerosis Signup and view all the answers