Cardiovascular System TEST

Front

What does the prefix 'Brady-' mean?

Back

It means slow.

Front

What is the primary function of the left atrium in the heart?

Back

To receive oxygenated blood from the lungs.

Front

What is ischemia in heart muscle?

Back

It refers to a lack of blood flow to the heart muscle, which can cause a heart attack.

Front

What is Commotio Cordis?

Back

It consists of an abnormal heart rhythm (ventricular fibrillation) and cardiac arrest right after getting hit in the chest.

Front

What does myocarditis refer to?

Back

It is the inflammation of the heart muscle.

Front

What is the role of the right atrium in the heart?

Back

To receive deoxygenated blood from the body.

Front

What is tachycardia?

Back

It refers to a fast heart rate.

Front

What is the function of the aorta?

Back

To carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the body.

Front

What is the significance of the coronary arteries?

Back

They supply blood to the heart muscle itself.

Front

What is the difference between systole and diastole?

Back

Systole is the contraction phase of the heart, while diastole is the relaxation phase.