The Heart: Anatomy, Physiology, Functions, and Common Diseases
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ह्रदय के दो ऊपरी खम्भे क्या कहलाते हैं?

  • आत्रिया (correct)
  • मित्राल ध्वार
  • वेंट्रिकल्स
  • प्युल्मोनरी धमनियां
  • ह्रदय किसका प्रमुख कार्य है?

  • रक्त प्रवाहित करना (correct)
  • कार्बन डाइऑक्साइड को शरीर से बाहर निकालना
  • ताजगी और पोषक तत्वों का वितरण करना
  • संरक्षित समूचे ह्रदय को समर्थ बनाना
  • ह्रदय किस संरचना से लिपित होता है, जो अस्थिरता को कम करती है?

  • मित्रल ध्वार
  • आर्टेरी
  • पेरीकार्डियम (correct)
  • पुल्मोनरी वेनस
  • किस वेन के माध्यम से रक्त ह्रदय में प्रवेश करता है?

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    किस धमनी में रक्त ह्र्दय से पुल्मोनरी क्रियालयों में पहुंचता है?

    <p>पुल्मोनरी अर्टेरी</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ह्रदय में संक्रमित-प्रमुक्त संक्रमित किस संस्था में होता है?

    <p><strong>केलस</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    किस अंग के बारे में भावनात्मक उत्प्रेरणा कहा गया है जो हृदय को संकुचित करने और रक्त पंपित करने के लिए विद्युत प्रेरणा उत्पन्न करता है?

    <p>सीनोएट्रियल नोड</p> Signup and view all the answers

    कौन सा हृदय रोग सामान्यत: तेज (त्वचक) हृदय की गतियों का कारण बन सकता है?

    <p>मस्सपेल प्रमाण</p> Signup and view all the answers

    किसका कारण हो सकता है कि हृदय की मांसपेशियों को प्रमाणित से संकुचित/रीलैक्स करने में समस्या हो?

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    कौन-सा संक्रामक हृदय की मांसपेशियों की गति में परेशानी का कारण हो सकता है?

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    हृदय मांसपेशियों के समस्थिति में जन्म से ही असमान् होने पर किसे कहा जाता है?

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    'हृदय' क्या है?

    <p>'हृदय' प्राणी की प्रमुख अंत:स्रोत</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Heart: A Central Pump and Regulator

    The heart is a vital, muscular organ that sustains life, pumping blood throughout our bodies to provide oxygen and nutrients to cells while removing waste. Let's delve into its anatomy, physiology, function within the cardiovascular system, and common heart diseases.

    Anatomy

    The human heart, around the size of a closed fist, is located in the center of the chest, slightly to the left. It's a four-chambered organ, consisting of two upper chambers, the atria, and two lower chambers, the ventricles. The heart is enclosed in the pericardium, a sac filled with fluid that reduces friction and protects the organ.

    Physiology

    Blood enters the right atrium via two large veins, the superior and inferior vena cava. The right atrium contracts, pushing blood through the tricuspid valve into the right ventricle. From there, the blood is pumped into the pulmonary artery, which carries it to the lungs to pick up oxygen and release carbon dioxide. The oxygen-rich blood returns to the heart via the pulmonary veins, entering the left atrium. The left atrium contracts, pushing blood through the mitral valve into the left ventricle. A powerful contraction of the left ventricle propels the blood through the aortic valve into the aorta, which distributes it to the rest of the body.

    Function

    The heart's primary function is to pump blood and distribute oxygen and nutrients to the body's tissues while removing waste products. It generates an electrical impulse that causes the heart to contract and pump blood. The sinoatrial node, a group of specialized cells in the right atrium, generates electrical impulses that travel through the heart muscle, causing it to contract and relax in a coordinated manner.

    The Cardiovascular System

    The heart is the center of the cardiovascular system, which also includes blood vessels and blood. Blood vessels transport blood throughout the body, taking it from the heart to tissues and organs and returning it to the heart for circulation. The heart and the cardiovascular system work together to ensure that all cells receive the necessary nutrients and oxygen while removing waste products.

    Heart Diseases

    Heart diseases are a broad category of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels. These diseases include:

    1. Coronary artery disease: Atherosclerosis causes narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle, potentially leading to heart attacks.
    2. Arrhythmias: Abnormal heart rhythms, either too fast (tachycardia) or too slow (bradycardia), that can cause palpitations, dizziness, or fainting.
    3. Heart failure: The heart muscle loses its ability to pump blood efficiently, resulting in shortness of breath and fatigue.
    4. Heart valve disorders: Damaged or diseased heart valves may not open or close properly, causing blood flow problems.
    5. Congenital heart defects: Abnormalities in the structure of the heart present at birth, which may require surgery or other interventions.

    In conclusion, the heart is a marvel of engineering and biology, pumping life-sustaining blood throughout our bodies. Understanding its anatomy, physiology, and function helps us appreciate its importance and appreciate the professional care required for preventing and managing heart diseases.

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    Explore the structure, function, and importance of the heart as the central pump and regulator of the cardiovascular system. Learn about its anatomy, physiology, role in distributing oxygen and nutrients, and common heart diseases like coronary artery disease and arrhythmias.

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