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Which of the following structures returns blood to the right atrium?
Which of the following structures returns blood to the right atrium?
Which layer of the heart wall is responsible for the heart's pumping action?
Which layer of the heart wall is responsible for the heart's pumping action?
What is the function of the fluid found between the parietal and visceral pericardium?
What is the function of the fluid found between the parietal and visceral pericardium?
Which of the following chambers of the heart has the thickest myocardium?
Which of the following chambers of the heart has the thickest myocardium?
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What is the correct sequence for the flow of blood through the heart, starting with the superior and inferior vena cava?
What is the correct sequence for the flow of blood through the heart, starting with the superior and inferior vena cava?
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What is the primary function of the heart valves?
What is the primary function of the heart valves?
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Which condition describes the narrowing of a valve, affecting blood flow?
Which condition describes the narrowing of a valve, affecting blood flow?
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What is the effect of pressure differences on heart valve function?
What is the effect of pressure differences on heart valve function?
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What is the role of the coronary sinus in the heart?
What is the role of the coronary sinus in the heart?
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Which vessel is commonly referred to as the 'widow maker'?
Which vessel is commonly referred to as the 'widow maker'?
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What do the terms Diastole and Systole refer to in the cardiac cycle?
What do the terms Diastole and Systole refer to in the cardiac cycle?
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What is the equation for Cardiac Output?
What is the equation for Cardiac Output?
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Which phase of the cardiac cycle is characterized by no change in volume despite contraction?
Which phase of the cardiac cycle is characterized by no change in volume despite contraction?
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What must occur to stroke volume if heart rate decreases to maintain a constant cardiac output?
What must occur to stroke volume if heart rate decreases to maintain a constant cardiac output?
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Which of the following best describes preload?
Which of the following best describes preload?
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How does contractility affect stroke volume?
How does contractility affect stroke volume?
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What is the primary force responsible for capillary exchange?
What is the primary force responsible for capillary exchange?
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Which statement correctly describes the relationship between end diastolic volume and ejection fraction?
Which statement correctly describes the relationship between end diastolic volume and ejection fraction?
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Which statement differentiates sympathetic from parasympathetic regulation of the heart?
Which statement differentiates sympathetic from parasympathetic regulation of the heart?
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What defines peripheral resistance?
What defines peripheral resistance?
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What structure regulates blood flow through the capillary bed?
What structure regulates blood flow through the capillary bed?
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What is the role of lymphatic capillaries?
What is the role of lymphatic capillaries?
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Which of the following structures lacks specific features that classify it as an organ in the lymphatic system?
Which of the following structures lacks specific features that classify it as an organ in the lymphatic system?
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Flashcards
Systemic Circuit
Systemic Circuit
Supplies oxygenated blood from the heart to the body and returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart.
Pulmonary Circuit
Pulmonary Circuit
Carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation and back to the heart.
Pericardium
Pericardium
The protective membrane surrounding the heart composed of fibrous and serous layers.
Myocardium
Myocardium
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Right Atrium
Right Atrium
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Heart Valves
Heart Valves
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Valve Stenosis
Valve Stenosis
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Coronary Sinus
Coronary Sinus
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Diastole
Diastole
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Systole
Systole
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Ejection Fraction
Ejection Fraction
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Cardiac Output
Cardiac Output
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Intrinsic Pacemaker
Intrinsic Pacemaker
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Preload
Preload
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Contractility
Contractility
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Afterload
Afterload
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Stroke Volume
Stroke Volume
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Frank-Starling Law
Frank-Starling Law
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Peripheral Resistance
Peripheral Resistance
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Capillary Exchange
Capillary Exchange
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Lymphatic Capillaries
Lymphatic Capillaries
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Innate Immune System
Innate Immune System
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Adaptive Immune System
Adaptive Immune System
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Study Notes
Cardiovascular System - Week 1
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Systemic & Pulmonary Circuits: The systemic circuit carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the body and deoxygenated blood back to the heart. The pulmonary circuit carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs and oxygenated blood back to the heart.
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Location of the Heart: The heart is located in the mediastinum, the central area of the thoracic cavity.
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Protective Membranes: The heart is surrounded by a double-layered serous membrane called the pericardium. The outer layer is the parietal pericardium, and the inner layer is the visceral pericardium. Between these layers is pericardial fluid, which reduces friction during heartbeats.
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Fibrous Pericardium Fusion: The fibrous pericardium fuses with the serous pericardium, forming a tough, protective outer layer.
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Pericardial Fluid Function: Pericardial fluid lubricates the heart, preventing friction during contractions.
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Heart Wall Layers: The heart wall has three layers: the epicardium (outermost), myocardium (middle, muscular layer), and endocardium (innermost).
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Gross Anatomy of the Heart (Anterior & Posterior): The visual anatomy of the heart includes its chambers and major vessels
Cardiovascular System - Week 1 - Heart Chambers
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Right Atrium: Receives deoxygenated blood from the superior and inferior vena cava and the coronary sinus.
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Right Ventricle: Receives deoxygenated blood from the right atrium and pumps it to the lungs via the pulmonary arteries.
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Left Atrium: Receives oxygenated blood from the lungs via the pulmonary veins.
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Left Ventricle: Receives oxygenated blood from the left atrium and pumps it to the body via the aorta. These chambers have thick muscular walls to withstand the increased pressure.
Cardiovascular System - Week 1 - Blood Flow
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10 Steps of Blood Flow: Start is the right atrium, the heart's first chamber, where blood enters, then it routes through the venous side of the body in order to proceed to the right ventricle which sends blood to the lungs for oxygenation. The next chamber is the left atrium which receives the oxygenated blood from the lungs via pulmonary veins, then the oxygenated blood travels to the left ventricle where it is pumped to the whole body through the aorta.
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Oxygenation Status by Structures:
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Pulmonary Arteries: Carry deoxygenated blood to the lungs.
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Pulmonary Veins: Carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart.
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Right Atrium: Receives deoxygenated blood.
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Right Ventricle: Pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs.
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Left Atrium: Receives oxygenated blood from the lungs.
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Left Ventricle: Pumps oxygenated blood to the body.
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Aorta: Carries oxygenated blood to the body.
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Superior/Inferior Vena Cava: Carry deoxygenated blood to the right atrium.
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Chamber with Thickest Myocardium: The left ventricle. This is because it needs to generate significantly higher pressure to pump blood throughout the entire body.
Cardiovascular System - Week 1 - Valves
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Atrioventricular (AV) Valves: Tricuspid (right AV) and mitral (left AV) valves; prevent backflow of blood from ventricles to atria during ventricular contraction.
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Semilunar Valves: Pulmonary (between right ventricle and pulmonary artery) and aortic (between left ventricle and aorta) valves; prevent backflow of blood from arteries to ventricles during ventricular relaxation.
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Valve Function: Valves ensure unidirectional blood flow through the heart, preventing backflow.
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Pressure Differences: Pressure differences between chambers determine valve opening and closure. Higher pressure in a chamber forces the valve open, while lower pressure causes it to close.
Additional Topics (Weeks 2 & 3):
These subsequent weeks will expand on the functioning and structure details of the heart. Sections discussed include oxygen levels, and labeling of different heart structures in detail. Further discussion includes electrical pathways and associated anatomy and physiology of the heart. Discussions include electrical conduction as well as overall structure.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of the cardiovascular system, including the systemic and pulmonary circuits, as well as the structure and function of the heart and its protective membranes. Understand the role of pericardial fluid and the layers of the heart wall in maintaining cardiovascular health.
