10 Questions
Which factor determines stroke volume (SV)?
Force of contraction of the cardiac myocytes
What does the term 'inotrope' refer to?
Stroke volume (SV)
What does the term 'chronotrope' refer to?
Heart rate
Which factor determines systemic vascular resistance (SVR)?
Length of the vessel
Which factor is inversely proportional to peripheral resistance?
Viscosity of the blood
Which of the following factors determines blood pressure?
Peripheral resistance
Which equation represents the mean arterial pressure (MAP)?
MAP = cardiac output * peripheral resistance
What determines the systemic vascular resistance (SVR)?
Length of the vessel
What does the term 'inotrope' refer to?
Force of contraction of the cardiac myocytes
What does the term 'chronotrope' refer to?
Heart rate
Test your knowledge on blood pressure and its determinants with this quiz. Learn about cardiac output, peripheral resistance, and mean arterial pressure. Explore the factors that influence blood pressure and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system.
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