10 Questions
Which layer of the heart is responsible for pumping blood?
Myocardium
Which of the following is NOT a function of the cardiovascular system?
Production of red blood cells
Which valves are responsible for the closure of the atrioventricular (AV) valves?
Tricuspid and Mitral
What is the term for the volume of blood that returns to the heart?
Preload
Which of the following is NOT a condition that influences stroke volume?
Viscosity
Which membrane covers the muscular pumping organ of the body?
Pericardium
Which layer of the heart is responsible for the contraction of the atria and ventricles?
Myocardium
Which type of blood vessels transport blood away from the heart?
Arteries
What is the term for the closure of the atrioventricular (AV) valves, resulting in the 'LUB' sound?
Tricuspid
Which condition influences stroke volume and is affected by circulating catecholamines in the sympathetic nervous system?
Contractility
Test your knowledge of the cardiovascular system with this quiz on the structure and function of the heart. Learn about the different layers of the heart, the role of arteries, veins, and capillaries, and more. Take the quiz now and enhance your understanding of cardiovascular problems in medical-surgical nursing.
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