Circulatory System: Lifestyles & Health

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The circulatory system consists of two main pathways: Pulmonary and ______ circulation.

systemic

The main function of pulmonary circulation is to carry oxygen-poor blood from the heart to the ______, where it picks up oxygen and releases carbon dioxide.

lungs

Systemic circulation's purpose is to deliver oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body and return ______-poor blood back to the heart.

oxygen

In the heart, oxygen-poor blood from the body enters the right atrium via the ______ vena cava.

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After the blood flows through the tricuspid ______, it enters the right ventricle.

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The right ventricle pumps blood through the pulmonary valve into the pulmonary ______, which carry blood to the lungs.

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In the lungs, blood picks up ______ and releases carbon dioxide.

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Oxygen-rich blood returns to the heart through the pulmonary ______ and enters the left atrium.

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Blood moves from the left atrium to the left ventricle through the ______ valve.

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The left ventricle pumps oxygenated blood through the aorta, the largest ______ in the body.

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The heart functions with valves between its chambers to prevent the ______ of blood.

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The systemic circulation involves the flow of blood between the heart and the rest of the ______.

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An aspect of systemic circulaion that involves all the organs and tissues of the body, with the expect of which organ ______?

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Systemic circulation delivers oxygenated blood from the left ______ to the rest of the body.

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Pulmonary circulation carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the ______ for oxygenation.

<p>lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Pulmonary circulation returns oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left ______ of the heart.

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A heart attack occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked. This blockage is usually caused by the buildup of ______, cholesterol and other substances.

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A heart attack can lead to damage or death of the heart ______.

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One sign of a heart attack is pain or discomfort in the ______.

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The heart disorder known as heart failure is due to being to ______ effectively.

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Fluid in the heart can build up in the body, like around the the legs, ______, or abdomen.

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A symptom of heart failure is people may feel out of ______, even while resting.

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Red blood cells carry ______.

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______ help fight infections.

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______ help with blood clotting.

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Flashcards

Circulatory System Function

The main function of the circulatory system is to transport blood, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.

Function of Blood

Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to body cells and removes carbon dioxide and waste products.

Types of Blood Vessels

Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart, veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart, and capillaries facilitate oxygen/nutrient exchange.

Pulmonary vs. Systemic Circulation

The pulmonary circulation carries blood between the heart and lungs, while the systemic circulation carries blood between the heart and the rest of the body.

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Blood's Journey Through the Heart

Deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium, flows to the right ventricle, then to the pulmonary arteries for oxygenation. Oxygenated blood returns to the left atrium, moves to the left ventricle, and is pumped out through the aorta.

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Arteries vs Veins

Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood and Veins carry oxygen-poor blood.

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Heart Attack Definition

A heart attack occurs when blood flow is blocked, often by plaque, leading to oxygen deprivation and potential tissue damage.

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Heart Failure Definition

Heart failure is when the heart can't pump effectively, causing fatigue, shortness of breath and swelling.

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Define the circulatory system

The circulatory system's primary purpose is to transport oxygen, nutrients, hormones and remove waste.

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Heart Valves Function

Heart valves ensure unidirectional blood flow preventing backflow.

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Components of Circulatory System

Key components include the heart, blood vessels (arteries, veins, capillaries), and blood

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Shortness of Breath

Difficulty breathing; may need help doing everyday tasks.

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Study Notes

  • Lesson 5 model answer was on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 11:10 PM

Key Concepts

  • Key concept: Change
  • Related concept: consequences
  • Global context: Identities and relationship
  • Statement of inquiry: Humans must consider consequences of their habits and lifestyles on their changing their lifestyle to sustain health and well-being

Learning Objectives

  • Define circulation
  • Label the organs of the circulatory system
  • Outline the function of each organ in the circulatory system
  • Explain the reasons behind the disorders of and social health, and what it means to be body systems and the impact of the circulatory system

Skills

  • Work collaboratively in teams to find out and sort out information
  • Social skills: collaboration
  • Learning to be knowledgeable

ISTE Standard

  • Creative communicator involved communicating complex ideas clearly and effectively via creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models, or simulations

The Circulatory System

  • Main function: to transport blood, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body
  • Consists of: heart, blood, and blood vessels
  • The heart is a muscular organ about the size of your fist with four chambers: two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles (lower chambers)
  • Blood is a type of fluid that carries oxygen and nutrients to our body's cells and removes carbon dioxide and waste products

The 3 types of blood vessels:

  • Arteries: carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body
  • Veins: Bring oxygen-poor blood back to the heart
  • Capillaries: Tiny blood vessels where the exchange of oxygen and nutrients occurs with cells

Blood Flow

  • Oxygen-poor blood from the body returns to the heart and enters the right atrium through the superior and inferior vena cava
  • When the right atrium fills with blood, it contracts and sends the blood into the right ventricle through the tricuspid valve
  • The right ventricle then contracts and pumps the blood through the pulmonary valve into the pulmonary arteries, which carry the blood to the lungs
  • In the lungs the blood picks up oxygen and releases carbon dioxide, and becomes oxygen-rich
  • The oxygen-rich blood returns to the heart through the pulmonary veins and enters the left atrium
  • When the left atrium fills with blood, it contracts and sends the blood into the left ventricle through the mitral valve
  • The left ventricle then contracts, pumping the oxygen-rich blood out through the aorta, the largest artery in the body, and then to all parts of the body

Circulatory Pathways

  • Pulmonary circulation: carries blood to the heart to the lung and then back to the heart, where it picks up oxygen and releases carbon dioxide
  • Systemic circulation: delivers blood from the heart to the rest of the body and returns oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.

Pulmonary Circulation vs. Systemic Circulation

  • Pulmonary circulation: carries oxygen-poor blood to the lungs, and returns oxygen-rich blood to the heart, starts at the right ventricle, and ends at the left atrium; involves the pulmonary artery and veins
  • Systemic Circulation: delivers oxygen-rich blood to the body, and returns oxygen-poor blood to the heart, starts at the left ventricle and ends at the right atrium; involves the arteries, heart and systemic veins

Circulatory disorders

  • Two types: heart attack and heart failure
  • Heart attack occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is blocked, causing damage or death to the heart tissue and symptoms include: chest pain, and/ or discomfort and shortness of breath
  • Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood effectively to meet the body's needs for oxygen and nutrients. Symptoms of heart failure include one or more of the following: shortness of breath, fatigue and swelling

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