5 Questions
Which factor determines cardiac output?
Heart rate
What is stroke volume?
The amount of blood ejected from the heart with each contraction
What is preload?
The pressure created in the left ventricle by the volume of blood at the end of diastole
What is the formula for cardiac output?
Cardiac Output (CO) = Heart Rate (HR) x Stroke Volume (SV)
What factors influence stroke volume?
Preload, afterload, and contractility
Test your knowledge of the relationship between blood pressure and cardiac output in this quiz. Learn about the key elements and how the cardiovascular system regulates blood flow to the body's tissues.
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