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What primary role does the circulatory system play in maintaining homeostasis?
What primary role does the circulatory system play in maintaining homeostasis?
- It helps in digestion of food.
- It regulates internal temperature. (correct)
- It produces hormones for cell growth.
- It transports oxygen to the lungs.
According to William Harvey's theory, what is the main function of the heart?
According to William Harvey's theory, what is the main function of the heart?
- It generates electrical impulses for body movements.
- It pumps blood through the body continuously. (correct)
- It filters blood to remove toxins.
- It circulates blood just once throughout the body.
Which of the following statements best describes the coronary arteries?
Which of the following statements best describes the coronary arteries?
- They transport oxygenated blood to the lungs.
- They supply oxygen and nutrients to the heart muscle. (correct)
- They drain deoxygenated blood from the heart.
- They are responsible for regulating heart rate.
What happens if the coronary arteries become blocked?
What happens if the coronary arteries become blocked?
What is unique about the functioning of the heart compared to other organs?
What is unique about the functioning of the heart compared to other organs?
What role do the sinoatrial (SA) node and atrioventricular (AV) node play in the heart?
What role do the sinoatrial (SA) node and atrioventricular (AV) node play in the heart?
What does the T wave represent in an electrocardiogram (ECG)?
What does the T wave represent in an electrocardiogram (ECG)?
How is cardiac output calculated?
How is cardiac output calculated?
Which type of blood vessel carries high-pressure blood away from the heart?
Which type of blood vessel carries high-pressure blood away from the heart?
What causes the 'lub' sound in a heartbeat?
What causes the 'lub' sound in a heartbeat?
What happens when a valve does not close completely?
What happens when a valve does not close completely?
What does vasodilation refer to?
What does vasodilation refer to?
What is the average cardiac output for a healthy adult?
What is the average cardiac output for a healthy adult?
What is the significance of capillaries being only one layer of cells thick?
What is the significance of capillaries being only one layer of cells thick?
What is the primary function of the coronary circulatory system?
What is the primary function of the coronary circulatory system?
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Circulatory System's Functions
Circulatory System's Functions
Transports oxygen, nutrients, and removes waste; regulates body temperature; protects from blood loss and infection.
William Harvey's Discovery
William Harvey's Discovery
Discovered that the heart pumps blood continuously throughout the body.
Heart's Size/Location
Heart's Size/Location
A fist-sized muscle surrounded by the pericardium (fluid-filled membrane).
Blood Flow to Lungs
Blood Flow to Lungs
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Coronary Artery Importance
Coronary Artery Importance
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Coronary Bypass Surgery
Coronary Bypass Surgery
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Myogenic Muscle
Myogenic Muscle
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Sinoatrial (SA) Node
Sinoatrial (SA) Node
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Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Electrocardiogram (ECG)
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P wave (ECG)
P wave (ECG)
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QRS wave (ECG)
QRS wave (ECG)
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Cardiac Output
Cardiac Output
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Stroke Volume
Stroke Volume
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Heart Rate
Heart Rate
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Arterioles
Arterioles
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Study Notes
Circulatory System Functions
- Transports oxygen and nutrients to cells, removes waste.
- Regulates body temperature.
- Protects against blood loss and infection.
William Harvey
- Challenged the idea of blood ebbs and flows like tides.
- Proposed that the heart pumps blood through the body.
- Demonstrated continuous blood circulation.
The Heart
- Roughly fist-sized, muscular organ.
- Enclosed by the pericardium (fluid-filled membrane).
- Receives blood from the body (superior and inferior vena cava).
- Receives oxygenated blood from lungs (pulmonary veins).
- Pumps deoxygenated blood to lungs (pulmonary arteries).
- Pumps oxygenated blood to body (aorta).
- Coronary arteries supply heart muscle with oxygen and nutrients.
- Blockages can lead to heart muscle death (requiring bypass surgery).
- Heart muscle (myogenic) can beat independently of nervous stimulation.
The Heartbeat
- Heart's rhythm controlled by the sinoatrial (SA) and atrioventricular (AV) nodes (pacemakers).
- Ensures coordinated muscle contractions.
Electrocardiograms (ECG)
- Measure electrical activity in the heart.
- Healthy ECG shows distinct waves:
- P wave: atrial contraction.
- QRS wave: ventricular contraction.
- T wave: ventricular recovery.
- Abnormal patterns indicate potential heart problems.
Heart Sounds
- "Lub-dub" sounds are created by valve closures.
- "Lub": AV valve closure during ventricular contraction.
- "Dub": Semilunar valve closure during ventricular relaxation.
- Murmurs indicate valve problems.
Cardiac Output
- Volume of blood pumped by one side of the heart per minute.
- Determined by stroke volume (volume per beat) and heart rate.
- Example calculation: 50 mL/beat * 100 bpm = 5000 mL/min = 5 L/min.
- Factors affect cardiac output: Resting heart rates and stronger heart muscles that pump more volume.
Circulation Systems
- Pulmonary circulation: Vessels between heart and lungs.
- Systemic circulation: Vessels between heart and body tissues.
- Coronary circulation: Vessels to and from heart muscle.
Blood Vessels
- Arteries: Carry high-pressure blood away from heart.
- Pulse reflects vessel diameter changes.
- Arterioles: Smaller vessels regulating blood flow.
- Controlled by the nervous system (vasoconstriction/vasodilation.)
- Capillaries: Microscopic vessels facilitating diffusion.
- Thin walls for nutrient, gas, and waste exchange.
- Easily damaged.
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Description
This quiz covers the functions of the circulatory system, the groundbreaking work of William Harvey regarding blood circulation, and detailed anatomy and physiology of the heart. Test your knowledge on how the heart functions and impacts the entire body.
