Cardiovascular System Quiz

What are the three main components of the cardiovascular system?

• Heart, lungs, kidneys

• Heart, stomach, liver

• Heart, blood vessels, blood

• Heart, brain, nerves

Which of the following is NOT a function of the cardiovascular system?

• Transport of gases and fuels

• Thermoregulation

• Immunity

• Digestion

What role do white blood cells play in the cardiovascular system?

• Transport of nutrients

• Digestion

• Immunity

• Thermoregulation

Which component is involved in cellular repair and regrowth within the cardiovascular system?

• Red blood cells

• Hormones

• Platelets

• Enzymes

How many chambers does the human heart have?

• 2 chambers

• 4 chambers

• 6 chambers

• 8 chambers

What structures in the heart prevent back flow from the ventricles to the atrium?

• Septum

• Aorta

• Valves

• Capillaries

What divides the heart down the middle?

• Atrium

• Ventricle

• Septum

• Valve

What is the average stroke volume at rest for an adult?

• 50-70 mL

• 70-90 mL

• 90-110 mL

• 110-130 mL

What is the average resting heart rate for an adult?

• 40-60 beats per minute

• 60-80 beats per minute

• 80-100 beats per minute

• 100-120 beats per minute

How is the maximum heart rate for an individual calculated?

• 200 - Age

• 210 - Age

• 220 - Age

• 230 - Age