Circulatory System and Blood Functions

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What are the safe blood types for a person with Type A blood during a transfusion?

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A and O blood are safe for a person with Type A blood.

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How does compromised electrical impulse affect the heart's pumping efficiency?

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Compromised electrical impulses decrease the heart's pumping efficiency, leading to reduced cardiac output and potential organ dysfunction.

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Which component of blood is responsible for carrying oxygen?

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Red blood cells carry oxygen.

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What is the function of the tricuspid valve?

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The tricuspid valve regulates blood flow from the right atrium to the right ventricle.

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What do pulmonary arteries do?

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Pulmonary arteries carry oxygen-poor blood from the heart to the lungs.

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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The primary function of red blood cells is to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

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What is the role of the heart's sinoatrial (SA) node?

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The SA node generates electrical impulses that initiate the heartbeat.

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What is the difference between oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood?

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Oxygen-rich blood is bright red and carries oxygen from the lungs to the body, while oxygen-poor blood is darker and carries carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

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What is the function of platelets in the blood?

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Platelets are responsible for blood clotting and preventing excessive bleeding.

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What is the significance of the aorta in the circulatory system?

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The aorta is the largest artery in the body, carrying oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body.