Cardiovascular Review

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What is the function of the Inferior Vena Cava?

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The Inferior Vena Cava carries deoxygenated blood from the lower body to the right atrium of the heart.

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What is the function of the Superior Vena Cava?

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The Superior Vena Cava carries deoxygenated blood from the upper body to the right atrium of the heart.

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What is the role of the Pulmonary Vein?

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The Pulmonary Vein carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart.

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What is the function of the Left Pulmonary Artery?

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The Left Pulmonary Artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the left lung for oxygenation.

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What is the role of the Aorta?

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The Aorta delivers oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the rest of the body.

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What is the purpose of the Tricuspid Valve?

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The Tricuspid Valve prevents backflow of blood from the right ventricle to the right atrium during contraction.

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What is the function of the Pulmonary Artery?

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The Pulmonary Artery carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs for oxygenation.

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What is the significance of the Left Ventricle?

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The Left Ventricle pumps oxygenated blood into the aorta, supplying the body with oxygen-rich blood.

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What is the role of the Right Ventricle?

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The Right Ventricle pumps deoxygenated blood into the pulmonary arteries towards the lungs.

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What is the function of the valves in the heart?

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Valves ensure unidirectional blood flow through the heart chambers and prevent backflow.