Cardiovascular System, Blood v1

Front

What is the primary function of hemostasis?

Back

To stop bleeding after blood vessel walls are injured.

Front

What blood type can a person with B+ blood receive?

Back

O- blood.

Front

What does systolic pressure measure?

Back

Ventricular contraction.

Front

Which blood vessels have the thickest walls?

Back

Arteries.

Front

What is the most common blood type in the U.S.?

Back

O+.

Front

What is the function of red blood cells?

Back

To carry oxygen around the body.

Front

What is the role of white blood cells?

Back

To fight off infections.

Front

What is plasma?

Back

The liquid component of blood that carries cells and nutrients.

Front

What are platelets?

Back

Cell fragments that help in blood clotting.

Front

What is blood pressure?

Back

The force of blood against the walls of blood vessels.