Cardiovascular System Overview
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What happens to the AV valves during the contraction of the ventricles?

  • The AV valves remain open.
  • The AV valves flutter.
  • The AV valves close. (correct)
  • The AV valves partially open.

What role do the chordae tendineae play during ventricular contraction?

  • They allow the AV valves to open fully.
  • They open the semilunar valves.
  • They tense and prevent valve inversion. (correct)
  • They relax the AV valves.

Which structure is primarily responsible for keeping the left AV valve closed during ventricular contraction?

  • Aortic valve
  • Chordae tendineae
  • Aortic sinus
  • Papillary muscles (correct)

During which phase are the semilunar valves open?

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What occurs to the left AV valve when the left ventricle contracts?

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What is the primary function of the cardiac skeleton?

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Which statement accurately describes the structural differences between the left and right ventricles?

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What impact does the cardiac skeleton have on electrical signaling in the heart?

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How does the shape of the right ventricle differ from that of the left ventricle?

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What characteristic of the right ventricle contributes to its lower pressure compared to the left ventricle?

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Which layer of the heart is primarily responsible for the contraction and pumping of blood?

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What type of tissue is primarily found in the endocardium?

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Which layer of the heart is also referred to as the visceral pericardium?

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What is the primary function of the pericardial cavity?

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Which layer of the heart contains dense fibrous connective tissue?

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What is the primary component of the myocardium that enables it to contract?

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Which of the following best describes the epicardium?

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Which component of the heart wall is composed of areolar tissue?

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What does systole specifically refer to in the cardiac cycle?

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Which volume is defined as the volume of blood remaining in the ventricles at the end of systole?

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According to the Frank-Starling Law, what happens to stroke volume as end-diastolic volume increases?

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What heart sound is produced when the AV valves close?

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When do the semilunar valves close, leading to the production of which heart sound?

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What is the term for the amount of blood ejected from the ventricles during systole?

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Which phase of the cardiac cycle occurs immediately after the atria contract?

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How does increased blood volume affect the force of contraction according to the Frank-Starling mechanism?

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What primary function does the cardiovascular system serve in relation to waste removal?

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Which of the following best describes the composition of blood plasma?

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What role do platelets play in the circulatory system?

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How does the structure of red blood cells (RBCs) facilitate gas exchange?

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What is the primary role of the lymphatic system in relation to the cardiovascular system?

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Which layer of the heart wall is primarily responsible for its contraction?

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What characteristic of arteries distinguishes them from veins?

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Which term describes the process of blood being moved toward the heart by skeletal muscles?

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What effect does albumin have on blood plasma?

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What does the term 'hematocrit' indicate?

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How does the structure of veins facilitate their function in the circulatory system?

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What distinguishes systemic circulation from pulmonary circulation?

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What is the definition of residual volume in lung volume measurements?

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What forms the composition of formed elements in blood?

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Which factor is NOT crucial for gas exchange across the respiratory membrane?

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During which phase does oxygen leave the alveolar air and enter the blood?

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What is the primary role of red blood cells in gas transport?

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What is the approximate volume of resting tidal volume (Vt) in a normal respiratory cycle?

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How does oxygen bind to hemoglobin?

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Which of the following does NOT describe the process of internal respiration?

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What occurs to carbon dioxide during gas exchange at the alveoli?

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Which of the following volumes is measured after a normal exhalation?

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What is the effect of the concentration gradient on oxygen and carbon dioxide during gas exchange?

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Flashcards

Myocardium

The middle layer of the heart wall, composed of cardiac muscle tissue.

Cardiac muscle cells

Cells that make up the myocardium and are responsible for heart contractions.

Epicardium

The outermost layer of the heart wall, also known as the visceral pericardium.

Endocardium

The innermost layer of the heart wall, consisting of endothelium and areolar tissue.

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Pericardium

Membrane surrounding the heart, composed of two layers: parietal and visceral.

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Parietal pericardium

The outer layer of the pericardium, a membrane surrounding the heart.

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Visceral pericardium

The inner layer of the pericardium that is also the epicardium

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Heart wall layers

The heart wall has three layers: epicardium (outer), myocardium (middle), and endocardium (inner).

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Cardiac skeleton function

Separates ventricles and atria electrically, and physically supports heart valves and vessels like aorta and pulmonary trunk.

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Right ventricle vs. Left ventricle

The right ventricle has a thinner wall and creates less pressure than the left ventricle, with pouch shape. The left ventricle has a thicker wall and creates higher pressure, round shape

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Left ventricle shape

The left ventricle is round in shape.

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Right ventricle shape

The right ventricle has a pouch-like or dilated shape.

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Cardiac skeleton material

Dense connective tissue.

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Composition of blood

Blood is a connective tissue made up of formed elements (cells) and plasma (fluid).

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Formed elements

The cellular components of blood, including red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs) and platelets.

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Red blood cells (RBCs)

Flattened, biconcave cells lacking nuclei and mitochondria with hemoglobin for oxygen transport.

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Plasma

The liquid portion of blood, mainly water with dissolved solutes, including ions, metabolites, hormones, and proteins.

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Plasma proteins

Proteins in plasma that maintain blood volume and pressure, carry lipids, and function in clotting.

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Hematocrit

The percentage of red blood cells in a centrifuged blood sample, ranging from 36-46% in women and 41-53% in men.

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Blood vessels

The tubes that carry blood throughout the body, including arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, and veins.

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Arteries

Blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart, with thick muscular walls containing elastin.

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Veins

Blood vessels that carry blood towards the heart, with thinner walls, valves to prevent backflow.

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Pulmonary circulation

The path of blood from the right ventricle through the lungs and back to the heart.

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Systemic circulation

The path of blood from the left ventricle to the body and back to the heart.

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Platelets

Small fragments of megakaryocytes, involved in blood clotting.

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Ventricular Contraction

When the ventricles contract, the AV valves close and the semilunar valves open.

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AV Valves

Atrioventricular valves, preventing backflow from the ventricles to the atria during contraction.

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Semilunar Valves

These valves are between the ventricles and arteries, opening to allow blood to flow out during ventricular contraction.

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Chordae Tendineae

Tendinous cords that connect the AV valve flaps to the papillary muscles, preventing valve inversion.

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Papillary Muscles

Muscles that contract during ventricular contraction, pulling on the chordae tendineae to keep the AV valves closed.

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Cardiac Cycle

The repeating pattern of heart contraction and relaxation.

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Systole

The contraction phase of the cardiac cycle.

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Diastole

The relaxation phase of the cardiac cycle.

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End-diastolic volume

Volume of blood in ventricles at the end of diastole.

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Stroke volume

Blood ejected from ventricles during systole.

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Frank-Starling Law

Stroke volume increases with increased end-diastolic volume.

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Heart Sounds (S1)

Loud sound produced when AV valves close (ventricle contraction).

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Heart Sounds (S2)

Loud sound produced when semilunar valves close (ventricle relaxation).

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Resting Tidal Volume (Vt)

The amount of air inhaled or exhaled during a normal breath.

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Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV)

The extra amount of air you can exhale after a normal exhalation.

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Residual Volume

The amount of air left in your lungs after a maximal exhalation.

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Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)

The extra amount of air you can inhale after a normal inhalation.

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Gas Exchange

The process of oxygen moving from the lungs into the blood and carbon dioxide moving from the blood into the lungs.

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Partial Pressure

The pressure exerted by a single gas in a mixture of gases.

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Respiratory Membrane

The thin layer of tissue that separates air in the alveoli from blood in the capillaries.

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Diffusion

The movement of molecules from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration.

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Oxygen Transport

The process of carrying oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

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Hemoglobin

A protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen.

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Study Notes

Cardiovascular System

  • The cardiovascular system includes blood, blood vessels, the heart, and the cardiac cycle.
  • Total blood volume is approximately 5 liters.
  • Blood is composed of formed elements (red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets) and plasma.
  • Hematocrit is the percentage of red blood cells in centrifuged blood.
  • Plasma is the fluid portion of blood, consisting primarily of water and dissolved solutes.
  • Plasma proteins (albumin, globulins, fibrinogen) contribute to blood's osmotic pressure and clotting.
  • Blood vessels (arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, veins) transport blood throughout the body.
  • Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood toward the heart.
  • Capillaries facilitate gas and nutrient exchange between blood and tissues.
  • The heart pumps blood through the cardiovascular system, including the systemic and pulmonary circuits.
  • The heart has four chambers (two atria and two ventricles) and various valves to control blood flow unidirectionally.
  • The cardiac cycle involves the rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the heart.
  • The heart wall has three layers: epicardium, myocardium, and endocardium.

Respiratory System

  • The respiratory system has five main functions: gas exchange, moving air, protecting the respiratory surfaces, producing sound, and participating in the sense of smell.
  • The respiratory system is divided into upper and lower respiratory tracts.
  • The upper respiratory tract includes the nasal cavity, sinuses, and pharynx.
  • The lower respiratory tract includes the larynx, trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli.
  • Alveoli are air-filled sacs where gas exchange occurs.
  • The respiratory membrane facilitates diffusion of gases between air and blood.
  • Pulmonary ventilation (breathing) involves the pressure changes within the lungs to move air in and out.
  • Boyle's Law describes the relationship between gas pressure and volume.
  • Pulmonary ventilation includes inhalation (breathing in) and exhalation (breathing out).
  • Breathing involves the diaphragm and intercostal muscles.
  • Lung volume measurements include tidal volume, inspiratory reserve volume, expiratory reserve volume, and residual volume.
  • Gas exchange involves the transfer of oxygen from alveoli to blood and carbon dioxide from blood to alveoli.
  • Partial pressure gradients drive gas exchange.
  • Blood transports gases via hemoglobin (O2) and other mechanisms (CO2).

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