14 Questions
Which term refers to the hardening and narrowing of blood vessels caused by fatty deposits on the inner walls?
Arteriosclerosis
What is the name of the sac that surrounds the heart?
Pericardium
Which type of blood vessel conveys blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What is the term for an inadequate supply of blood and oxygen to tissues?
Ischemia
Which blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What is the middle layer of the heart made of?
Myocardium
Which part of the heart is the outermost layer?
Epicardium
What is the function of capillaries in the cardiovascular system?
Connecting arteries and veins
What is the medical specialty dealing with the heart and disorders of the cardiovascular system?
Cardiology
What is the term for the surgical repair of a heart valve?
Valvuloplasty
What is the term for a device implanted into an artery to open and provide support to the arterial wall?
Arterial stent
Which medical specialist diagnoses and treats blood disorders?
Hematologist
What is the term for the operation that enlarges the narrowed lumen of a coronary artery by inflating and withdrawing a balloon?
Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA)
Which condition is characterized by an insufficient number of thrombocytes resulting in bleeding?
Thrombocytopenia
Test your knowledge on the functions of the cardiovascular system, which includes the heart and blood vessels responsible for transporting blood. Learn about arteries, veins, and capillaries involved in the circulation of blood throughout the body.
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