Vascular System Structure and Function Quiz

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which vasoconstrictor acts primarily via alpha 1 receptors?

  • Angiotensin II (correct)
  • Endothelin
  • Arginine vasopressin
  • Serotonin

Which substance causes vasodilation through its action on beta 2 receptors?

  • Bradykinins
  • Epinephrine (correct)
  • Histamine
  • Atrial natriuretic peptide

Which vasoactive substance is classified as a vasoconstrictor?

  • Bradykinins
  • Nitric oxide
  • Atrial natriuretic peptide
  • Histamine (correct)

Which of the following is NOT involved in the regulation of vascular tone by endothelial cells?

<p>Serotonin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that controls resistance across a vessel?

<p>Cross-sectional area (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of receptor activation leads to a vasodilatory response at smooth muscle?

<p>Beta 2 receptors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vessels have the largest cross-sectional area in the vascular system?

<p>Capillaries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vasoactive substance is known for its role in promoting vasoconstriction?

<p>Prostaglandin E2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of blood flow control, what substances modulate the vasomotor tone of arteries and veins?

<p>Vasoactive substances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factors control systemic vascular resistance, as listed in the learning objectives?

<p>Local factors and neurohumoral factors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neural mechanism is predominantly responsible for extrinsic control of vascular tone?

<p>Sympathetic nervous system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do vasoactive substances primarily act upon to affect blood pressure and blood flow distribution?

<p>Vascular smooth muscle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which control mechanism relies on substances acting on the Extracellular Fluid Volume (ECF) according to the text?

<p>Renin-angiotensinogen-aldosterone system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes how an increase in blood viscosity affects vessel resistance?

<p>Increases vessel resistance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the endothelium in regulating vascular tone?

<p>Releasing vasodilators such as nitric oxide and prostacyclin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system largely determines systemic resistance in the regulation of blood pressure?

<p>Blood vessel tone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following converts angiotensin I to angiotensin II?

<p>Endothelium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for mean arterial pressure (MAP) as per the provided text?

<p>MAP = CO x TPR (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organ primarily regulates intravascular volume in the context of blood pressure regulation?

<p>Kidney (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of hormones or local factors in the regulation of blood pressure?

<p>Modulating functions of other systems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by blood pressure high enough to pose a danger to well-being?

<p><strong>Hypertension</strong> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Arterial baroreceptors play a significant role in which mechanism related to blood pressure regulation?

<p><strong>Monitoring blood pressure changes</strong> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

Related Documents

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser