Anatomy and Physiology of Cardiovascular System

Front

What is the name of the fluid that makes up 55% of blood and suspends other cells?

Back

Plasma

Front

Which of the following is NOT a function of blood?

Back

All of these are functions of blood.

Front

Which vessels carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart?

Back

Veins

Front

What are thrombocytes?

Back

Platelets.

Front

What is the main part of an EKG wave/analysis?

Back

QRS Complex.

Front

What is the primary function of erythrocytes?

Back

To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body and carbon dioxide from the body back to the lungs.

Front

What is the role of leukocytes in the body?

Back

To fight infection and protect the body against foreign invaders.

Front

What is the significance of the P-wave in an EKG?

Back

It represents atrial depolarization.

Front

What is the function of the heart valves?

Back

To prevent the backflow of blood and ensure unidirectional flow.

Front

What is systolic blood pressure?

Back

The pressure in the arteries during the contraction of the heart.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3