10 Questions
What is the primary function of the circulatory system?
To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide
What is the term for the rhythmic contraction and relaxation of the heart?
Cardiac cycle
What is the average heart rate for an adult at rest?
60-100 beats per minute
What is the term for the pressure exerted by blood on the walls of blood vessels?
Blood pressure
What is the mechanism by which the heart pumps blood throughout the body?
Cardiac muscle contraction
What is the term for the amount of blood pumped by the heart in one minute?
Cardiac output
What is the function of the pulse in the circulatory system?
To indicate cardiac rhythm
What is the term for the movement of blood through the circulatory system?
Circulation
What is the primary organ responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?
Heart
What is the term for the rate at which the heart beats per minute?
Heart rate
This quiz assesses your knowledge of evaluating sports injuries, including talking to the casualty, observing the injury, and feeling for irregularities.
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