Human Heart Structure Presentation
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What is the name given to the base part of the heart?

  • Pericardium
  • Apex cordis
  • Basis cordis (correct)
  • Ictus cordis

    • Where does the heart apex lie in relation to the midline?

  • Directly on the midline
  • Above the midline
  • To the right of the midline
  • 9 cm to the left of the midline (correct)

    • During which heart process is the ictus cordis observed and felt?

  • Conduction
  • Diastole
  • Systole (correct)
  • Perfusion

    • Which part of the heart has a free apex?

    <p>Apex cordis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the pericardium in relation to the heart?

    <p>To protect and lubricate the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the ictus cordis?

    <p>Indicating heart contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the apex cordis of the heart point?

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

    What is the approximate weight of an adult male heart?

    <p>300 grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the heart is typically smaller in size in an adult female compared to an adult male?

    <p>Apex cordis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which side of the midline is about 2/3 of the heart located?

    <p>Left side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the pericardium?

    <p>Protection of the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the point when the heart touches the chest wall during each contraction?

    <p>Ictus cordis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outer layer of the heart called?

    <p>Parietal pericardium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the heart divides it into right and left halves?

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

    What is the name of the sac surrounding the heart with fluid in between its layers?

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

    Where does blood enter the heart?

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

    Which part of the heart is responsible for pumping blood out of the heart?

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

    What is the term used to describe the point of maximal impulse felt during a heartbeat?

    <p><strong>Ictus cordis</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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