Circulatory System Overview
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What is the primary function of the circulatory system?

  • Digesting food and absorbing nutrients
  • Filtering waste products from the blood
  • Transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body (correct)
  • Producing hormones and regulating bodily functions

    • The heart is located in the abdomen.

    False (B)

    What is the name of the protective sac that encloses the heart?

    Pericardium

    The heart has four chambers: two upper chambers called ______ and two lower chambers called ______.

    <p>atria, ventricles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of blood vessel carries oxygen-rich blood away from the heart?

    <p>Arteries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rheumatic Heart Disease is caused by a viral infection.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary symptom of anemia?

    <p>Fatigue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of blood with their functions:

    <p>Red blood cells = Carry oxygen to the body's tissues White blood cells = Fight infection and disease Platelets = Help blood clot and stop bleeding Plasma = Liquid part of blood; carries blood cells, nutrients, and waste products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plasma is the solid portion of blood.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leukemia, also known as the cancer of the blood, is characterized by the overproduction of ______ in the bone marrow.

    <p>immature white blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of a stroke, according to the provided text?

    <p>Blood vessel rupture due to high pressure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main components of blood?

    <p>Solid part (blood cells and platelets) and liquid part (plasma)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following health conditions with their primary causes:

    <p>Stroke = Blood vessel rupture due to high pressure Rheumatic Heart Disease = Repeated throat infections caused by bacteria Leukemia = Overproduction of immature white blood cells in the bone marrow Anemia = Decrease of hemoglobin in the red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of red blood cells?

    <p>Carry oxygen and carbon dioxide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    White blood cells are smaller than red blood cells.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main types of white blood cells and what are their respective roles?

    <p>The two main types of white blood cells are phagocytes and lymphocytes. Phagocytes engulf and destroy bacteria and worn-out cells, while lymphocytes produce antibodies to fight infections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Platelets are fragments of cells involved in _____.

    <p>blood clotting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of circulation involves the flow of blood from the heart to the lungs and back?

    <p>Pulmonary Circulation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Systematic circulation involves the lungs.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following circulatory ailments with their descriptions:

    <p>Hypertension = High blood pressure Stroke = Blood clot blocking arteries to the brain Coronary artery disease = Narrowing of arteries supplying blood to the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is coronary circulation and why is it important?

    <p>Coronary circulation is the flow of blood through the heart tissue. It is essential for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle, allowing it to function properly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Circulatory System

    System that distributes nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.

    Heart

    Muscular organ that pumps blood, located behind the sternum.

    Myocardium

    Heart wall responsible for muscle contraction and relaxation.

    Atria and Ventricles

    Upper and lower chambers of the heart, respectively.

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    Blood Vessels

    Tubular structures carrying blood, including arteries, veins, and capillaries.

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    Capillaries

    Small blood vessels where exchange of materials occurs between blood and cells.

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    Plasma

    Liquid part of blood containing water, proteins, and nutrients, making up 55% of blood volume.

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    Cellular Part of Blood

    Solid components of blood including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

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    Red Blood Cells (RBCs)

    Cells in the blood that carry oxygen to tissues and remove carbon dioxide.

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    White Blood Cells (WBCs)

    Larger cells that defend the body against diseases and infections.

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    Platelets (Thrombocytes)

    Cell fragments that aid in blood clotting to prevent blood loss.

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    Systematic Circulation

    The circulation of blood from the left side of the heart to the body and back to the right side.

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    Pulmonary Circulation

    Blood flow from the right side of the heart to the lungs for oxygenation and back to the left side.

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    Coronary Circulation

    Blood movement supplying oxygen and nutrients to the heart tissues.

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    Hypertension

    A condition of high blood pressure impacting the circulatory system.

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    Stroke

    Occurs when a blood clot blocks arteries to the brain, disrupting blood supply.

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    Rheumatic Heart Disease

    Heart damage caused by repeated throat infections from bacteria related to rheumatic fever.

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    Leukemia

    Cancer of the blood resulting in overproduction of immature white blood cells.

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    Anemia

    A condition where there is a decrease in red blood cell hemoglobin, limiting oxygen supply.

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    Caring for the Circulatory System

    Maintaining heart health through diet, exercise, and stress management.

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    Study Notes

    Circulatory System Overview

    • The circulatory system, also known as the cardiovascular system, is responsible for distributing essential nutrients, oxygen, and other substances to all parts of the body.
    • The heart is a hollow muscular organ about the size of a clenched fist, located behind the sternum and between the lungs.

    The Heart

    • The heart pumps over 500 million liters of blood throughout a person's life.
    • The average heart beats 2400 million times in a person's lifetime.
    • The heart is enclosed in a protective sac called the pericardium.
    • The heart wall is called myocardium. The myocardium's contraction and relaxation creates a definite cycle.
    • The heart has four chambers: two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles (lower chambers).

    Blood Vessels

    • Blood vessels are responsible for carrying blood throughout the body. They are mainly arteries, capillaries, and veins.
    • Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart.
    • Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to the heart.
    • Capillaries have very thin walls and exchange materials between blood and cells. They also help regulate body temperature.
    • Arteries have thicker walls than veins to withstand higher blood pressure.
    • Veins have valves to prevent blood from flowing backward.

    Blood Composition

    • Blood is referred to as the "red river of life" because it delivers vital nutrients and oxygen to body parts and removes waste products.
    • Blood is composed of two parts:
      • Solid part or cellular: This part consists of blood cells (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) and accounts for approximately 45% of blood volume.
      • Liquid part or plasma: This is composed mainly of water and proteins, and carries nutrients, hormones, and waste products. It makes up approximately 55% of blood volume.

    Blood Components

    • Red blood cells (erythrocytes): Carry oxygen from the lungs to tissues and carbon dioxide from tissues to the lungs. They contain hemoglobin, which gives blood its red color.
    • White blood cells (leukocytes): Protect the body from disease. They are part of the immune system
    • Platelets (thrombocytes): Crucial for blood clotting. They are cell fragments that assist in preventing blood loss when a blood vessel is damaged. They help form clots.

    Circulation Pathways

    • Systematic circulation: Blood flow from the heart to the body and back to the heart, excluding the lungs.
    • Pulmonary circulation: Blood flow between the heart and the lungs. This is where oxygen is picked up and carbon dioxide is released.
    • Coronary circulation: Blood flow to the heart muscle itself. Brings oxygen and nutrients to heart tissue.

    Common Circulatory System Ailments

    • Hypertension: High blood pressure, often caused by narrowed arteries.
    • Stroke: Blood clot blocks blood flow to the brain, potentially causing brain damage.
    • Rheumatic heart disease: Repeated throat infections can lead to heart lining inflammation/weakening of the heart's valves.
    • Leukemia: Cancer of the blood, characterized by the overproduction of immature white blood cells in bone marrow.
    • Anemia: Decrease of hemoglobin in red blood cells reduces oxygen delivery to cells.

    Caring for the Circulatory System

    • Eat a balanced diet.
    • Avoid too much fat and salt.
    • Avoid smoking and alcohol.
    • Exercise regularly.
    • Manage stress.
    • Get adequate rest.
    • Never self-medicate without consulting a doctor.

    (Questions for Page 123)

      1. The heart is considered a powerful machine due to its continuous, forceful pumping action that delivers blood throughout the body.
      1. Atria are thin-walled, receiving chambers. Ventricles are thick-walled, pumping chambers. Their function differences reflect the different pressures required.
      1. Blood vessels carry blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen, nutrients, and removing waste products.
      1. Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, while veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart. Artery walls are thicker.
      1. Platelets are essential for blood clotting, stopping bleeding and preventing blood loss.

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