Cardiovascular Test Review (BioMed)

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What is Bradycardia?

Back

Bradycardia is a condition characterized by a slow heartbeat.

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Which heart chambers are thicker: atria or ventricles? Why?

Back

The ventricles are thicker than the atria because they pump blood, while the atria only receive blood.

Front

Which ventricle is thicker: left or right? Why?

Back

The left ventricle is thicker because it pumps blood to the entire body, while the right ventricle pumps blood only to the lungs.

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What does Thrombosis mean?

Back

Thrombosis refers to an abnormal condition of clotting.

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Which heart chamber pumps blood out to the body?

Back

The left ventricle pumps blood out to the body.

Front

What is the primary function of the heart's ventricles?

Back

The primary function of the heart's ventricles is to pump blood out of the heart.

Front

What role do the atria play in the circulatory system?

Back

The atria receive blood returning to the heart from the body and lungs.

Front

Why is the left ventricle more muscular than the right ventricle?

Back

The left ventricle is more muscular because it needs to generate higher pressure to pump blood throughout the body.

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What is the significance of heart rate in cardiovascular health?

Back

Heart rate is significant as it indicates the efficiency of the heart and can reflect overall cardiovascular health.

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What is the difference between systolic and diastolic blood pressure?

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Systolic blood pressure is the pressure in the arteries during heartbeats, while diastolic blood pressure is the pressure when the heart is at rest between beats.